Stages of pregnancy
First trimester
Week 1-12
Need to gain only 1-4 pounds
Early pregnancy symptoms like nausea, fatigue, and breast tenderness are common.
The uterus starts expanding, but noticeable belly growth is usually minimal in this phase.
Second trimester
Week 13-26
Many women experience reduced nausea and increased energy.
Healthy weight or underweight:gain 1 pound per week Overweight:gain 1/2 pound per week.
Physical changes include a growing belly and larger breasts as the uterus expands.
Third trimester
Week 27-40
Healthy weight or underweight:gain 1 pound per week Overweight:gain 1/2 pound per week
The baby’s growth leads to increased abdominal size, which may cause backaches, heartburn, shortness of breath.
Other common symptoms include swelling of legs and feet, varicose veins, and increased blood flow and pressure