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Experts say the old targets need to be revised to take into account the obesity epidemic and the long-term health of women and children
www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2007/09/10/hlsc0910.htm
Upside: Article on weight gain targets
Downside: Targeted towards physicians
1. You may get a boost in fertility 2. You should wait 18 months before getting pregnant 3. You'll need to monitor your nutrient intake closely 4. You may need to educate your ob-gyn 5. Your risk of ...
www.babycenter.com/0_seven-facts-about-pregnancy-after-weight-loss-surgery_1504874.bc
Upside: Detailed article on pregnancy after having weight loss surgery
Downside: Click on 'See all on one page' to reduce clicking
Are you worried about gaining too much weight when you're pregnant -- or not losing enough weight after the baby arrives? Let's face it: to make sure you and your baby are as healthy as possible, you ...
www.amazon.com/Pregnancy-Diet-Eileen-Behan/dp/0671003933
Upside: Site selling book on nutrition before and during pregnancy
Downside: Limited number of customer reviews
pregnancy If I'm overweight, how much weight should I gain during pregnancy? Is it okay to lose weight during pregnancy? How can I stay on track with weight gain?
www.babycenter.com/0_plus-size-and-pregnant-how-to-manage-your-weight-during-preg_1313887.bc
Upside: Helpful article with good detail on weight management during plus-size pregnancies
Downside: Busy page
Many pregnant women are concerned about weight gain - what is too much. Too much weight gain could increase your chances of experiencing certain health conditions during pregnancy, like gestational ...
www.bestdietforme.com/PregnancyAndWeightGain.htm
Upside: Helpful advice on how much weight to gain and what to do if you gain too much
Downside: Embedded ads; needs links to BMI tool
Facts about weight gain: The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends a weight gain of 25 to 37 pounds during pregnancy for women who were a normal weight bef
www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/aboutpregweightgain.html
Upside: Excellent summary of facts and how much weight to gain
Downside: None
Weigh to Grow You're pregnant, right? So you get to eat as many french fries as you want, right? Wrong! You need to be careful about how much weight you gain during your pregnancy. Gaining too much ...
www.marchofdimes.com/pnhec/159_153.asp
Upside: Tailored advice based on your weight situation; helpful links to weight gain chart and BMI index
Downside: None
Plot your weight gain during your pregnancy Chart your personal weight gain alongside the average pattern curve represented in the example chart below. Be consistent regarding clothing and time of ...
www.marchofdimes.com/pnhec/28699_1914.asp
Upside: Average weight gain chart by week
Downside: None
There's no one-size-fits-all approach to pregnancy weight gain. Here's help gaining the right amount of weight. Like it or not, pregnancy weight gain is inevitable. Your baby's growth and development ...
www.mayoclinic.com/health/pregnancy-weight-gain/PR00111
Upside: Superb information and related links
Downside: None
gain weight but don't want to gain too much weight during your pregnancy right?
www.pregnanthealth.com/weight-gain-during-pregnancy-choosing-the-right-foods/
Upside: Advice on how to gain weight in a healthy manner
Downside: Must search to find additional weight gain information on the site