Weight gain during pregnancy

1. Target. Everyday while you are pregnant in the third trimester, you need 200 calories more.

2. Meals. If you don't replenish your energy supply regularly, you'll find yourself low on energy and even light-headed.

3. Weight control. Focus on your target weight goal in mind instead of week-to-week, or month-to-month.

4. Lifestyle. Stay active, eat moderately and be careful not to gain too much weight in pregnancy.

5. Calories. When dining out, avoid supersized portions eg. buffets and other excessive meal deals & don't calories.

6. Vegetables. They supply you and baby with extra nutrients and fibre and prevent constipation.


7. Underweight. Take 6 or more smaller meals daily, and increase your intake of carbohydrates.

8. Exercise. It helps you manage your weight, and ease any aches and improve your health generally.

9. Avoid hot tubs or saunas. During second & third trimester, avoid exercising while lying flat on your back and those that risk abdominal impact.

10. Fruits. Take whole fruit instead as they contain nutrients and avoid fruit juice which is high in calories and sugar.