When we think about a baby, we think about so many things, don't we? There are a thousand things like whether there is space in the house, whether the economy is strong enough to face new expenses. But before all this, there is a very important question that we need to ask ourselves. That is, "Do I have a healthy body to welcome this new guest and keep him healthy for nine months?" Especially if you are a little overweight , doctors advise you to lose as much excess weight as possible before conceiving a child. That is what we are talking about today.
Why do you need to think so much about your weight before getting pregnant?
Simply put, if you gain too much weight during pregnancy, it can pose many unnecessary risks to your health and the health of your unborn baby. Not only that, it can also cause health problems that can affect the baby's entire life.
Research has found that weight gain is linked to a number of complications during pregnancy. In addition, overweight women may have reduced fertility.
Most importantly, a mother's weight gain directly affects the future health of her unborn child. Researchers say that "an overweight mother can also program her unborn child to gain weight in the future and develop diseases such as diabetes at an early age."
Let's see what these risks are.
| Who is at risk? | Main complications and problems that may arise |
|---|---|
| Risks to the mother |
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| Risks to the baby in the womb |
So how much weight do you need to lose?
When you hear this, you might be thinking, "Oh, I need to lose a lot of weight?" But don't worry. Doctors say, "It's best to get to a healthy weight for you. But any amount of weight you lose before getting pregnant is worth it."
Imagine that you want to lose about 20 kilos. But you were only able to lose 10 kilos. Doctors say that losing those 10 kilos will have very good results for both you and the baby. Therefore, rather than worrying about a big goal, it is important to lose as much as possible .
The best and safest way to lose weight
The best and most proven method for this is a proper diet and regular exercise .
But don't go it alone. It's important to talk to your doctor or OB/GYN to come up with a weight loss plan that's right for you and safe for you. They'll assess your health and tell you exactly what you need to do.
If you're already pregnant and overweight, don't worry!
Imagine that you got pregnant without knowing these things, and you are also a little overweight. Don't worry at all. Even if you are overweight, you are completely capable of giving birth to a healthy baby. But you need to be a little careful about it.
The most important thing is, don't try to lose weight during pregnancy. It's not good for the baby. What we need to do is control unnecessary weight gain during pregnancy.
Here are some tips for that:
- Limit weight gain: There is a certain weight that is appropriate for your height. One way to measure this is the body mass index, or BMI. If your BMI is between 25 and 29.9 (overweight), do not gain more than 11 kg during pregnancy. If your BMI is more than 30 (obese), it is not advisable to gain more than 9 kg. Talk to your doctor about this and get clear advice.
- Stay active: "We always tell our patients to be as active as possible," doctors say. If you've never exercised before, even walking for 30 minutes a day is a good start.
- Eat a balanced diet: Eat a balanced diet that includes all the major food groups (grains, vegetables, fruits, proteins, dairy foods) in moderate amounts. Stay away from unnecessary oily, sugary, and floury foods as much as possible.
With all of this, the most important thing is to follow your doctor's instructions exactly. Then you too can stay healthy and give birth to a healthy baby.
Take-Home Message
- Planning for a child means planning for your physical health as well.
- Weight gain before pregnancy can pose many health risks to the mother and the unborn child.
- Before getting pregnant, it is very beneficial to lose any weight you can.
- If you are already overweight during pregnancy, do not try to lose weight, but follow your doctor's advice to control unnecessary weight gain .
- Always discuss weight loss or weight management during pregnancy with your doctor and follow a safe plan that is right for you.
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