Hello.
Can I suggest a book? "the don't go hungry diet"...this book is not a diet (in that you have to follow set rules or foods), but rather a book about how bodies work, and how to best manage weight, It also so explains why some people store fat very readily (me) and others can eat and eat and never put on weight (DH). It is also safe to follow when pregnant.
I have been plus-sized for all my pregnancies (first was about 90kg, second about 96-102, this one started at 107, am down to 102). I find that when pregnant I don't tend to put on much weight, and if I am very careful I can keep it to none or even lose a little. In the third trimester In my second pregnancy I put on a few kg.
Walking, swimming, gardening, trying to be active in someway is a good idea. Walking and doing squats is particularly useful for getting ready for birth. By squats I means slowly and supported (if needed) lower yourself, hold for as long as comfortable, slowly rise). Choosing healthy foods and eating to match hunger, and drinking water to thirst is important.
Choosing iron-rich foods will help keep our energy up too.
My midwife suggested I see the dietician for support (which I am yet to do...but maybe you guys are the kick in the bum I need!).
hope this helps.
PS - I am 18 weeks pregnant. (lost 5kg in first trimester, not sure of weight now)
The trouble I have is I love to sit and relax for 30 minutes after a hard day and watch tv with a treat, I'm generally good during the day but really struggle after dinner with sweets
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