How much weight should I gain during my pregnancy?

Talk to your health care provider about how much weight you should gain during your pregnancy. General weight-gain recommendations listed below refer to pre-pregnancy weight and are for women expecting only one baby.

If you are underweight, you should gain: about 27 to 40 pounds

If you are normal weight, you should gain: about 25 to 35 pounds

If you are overweight, you should gain: about 15 to 25 pounds

If you are obese, you should gain: about 15 pounds or less