Today I took off the entire day and I saw the doctor for my 23.5 weeks appointment. This was my first time seeing this specific doctor, usually I see his associate. I loved him! Both doctors are great but this guy was from NY like I am and had a fun personality. The other doctor is more engaging regarding baby but less friendly.
Overall all is perfect. I have no issues and baby is growing well. However, I've gained 20 pounds in 24 weeks. I'm very upset although the doctor (the associate a few weeks ago as well) is not concerned. He said the shape of my body, the way I'm gaining and carrying...I should expect 40-50 pounds gained by delivery without concern. He said he'd let me know if it gets to be too much but he feels confident I'm healthy and my body needs this weight gain for the pregnancy. I cried once I was in the car. I have never imagined being this heavy. It's really hard for me to step on a scale and see such a big change or to look at my body naked and see the transformation taking place. I don't look fat, I just look 30-35 weeks pregnant to me! People constantly comment that I look huge, big or like I'm carrying twins. It really hurts me because I've been self conscious my entire life.
I'm afraid losing the weight will be hard because I'm 31years old, have a metal rod in my leg and tend to have a lot of pain with increased activity, and don't enjoy working out at all due to lack of stamina and coordination. I'm praying for an easy deliver, a quick recovery, the ability to breastfeed (helps with weight loss most say) and the motivation/stamina/strength/will power to lose weight through exercise and healthy eating.
That's all for now. I go back in 3 weeks...June 6th.
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