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Weight
Gain Targets in Pounds
These guidelines for
weight gain are only for general information. It is very important that
you follow your physician's advise since teenage mothers have highly individual
needs. Always discuss weight gain goals and your concerns with your obstetrician.
Referral to a dietitian for nutritional assessment and guidance may be
recommended.
The general recommendation
for total pregnancy weight gain for teenagers who have an average weight
for their height at the time of conception is between 28 and 40 pounds.
Weight gain during the first trimester is usually modest but, beginning
in the second trimester, a steady gain of 1.0-to-1.3 pounds per week is
encouraged. Older teens who have reached full height and are less than
5'2" should aim for the lower end of the weight gain range. Print
out this page to track your weight gain over the weeks of your pregnancy.
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