Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
35 years old- 20 weeks pregnant and have gained 20lbs so far. is that too much? no energy to exercise but eat relatively healthy. occasional ice cream
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Depends: My recommendation for weight gain in pregnancy depends on your starting weight. If you had a pre-pregnancy BMI less than 20, then I would be happy to see you gain 20 lbs so far. Otherwise, yes you are gaining a little faster than ideal. The risks of excessive weight gain include preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, child with large birth weight, and cesarean section.
Answered 1/8/2015
3.3k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Can pregnant women eat soft-serve ice cream or milkshakes from fast food restaurants? I've heard conflicting answers.
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Veiantta mint Ice cream in pregnancy can you eat , say It say reconstituted skimmed milk in bk of Ice cream is that safe
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Can i eat foods with chickory root while pregnant? Specifically it's in artic zero ice cream and protein bars.
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Is cookie dough ice cream safe to eat while pregnant?
7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
Is it healthy to eat ice cream while pregnant?
5 months pregnant, drained and need an energy booster. Taking prenatals and omega 3:6, what can I take for energy? Have a 6 year old, home schooling, studying at UCT and working from home.
Hi, I am 24 weeks pregnant, 27 years old. I believe I have got bacterial vaginosis. Discharge has yucky odour..(it is not itchy and It does not burn when I pee. ) is it safe to use BV cream internally whilst pregnant. ?
Is it safe to eat ice cream with peppermint or vanilla extract when pregnant - trace amount of alcohol?
Is blue bunny's coffee break ice cream safe to eat during pregnancy? I believe it contains coffee liqueur.
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
