How can I feel better about my weight?

[Anonymous]

I’m heavily pregnant and have gained 12kg so far. I was told that the perfect amount of weight to gain when pregnant is 12-14kg, so I know that this is normal, but my self esteem has dropped with my weight increase. I hate looking at myself in the mirror now. I know that most of that weight will go away after my baby is born, but I can’t help but feel so low. How can I feel better about it? What methods of self care can I practice so that I love my body rather than feel disgusted by it?

[Oliverlogan263]

Here's some advice to help you feel better about your weight gain during pregnancy sis:

- Remind yourself that you're growing a whole little human in there - that's amazing! Your body is doing incredible work.

- Avoid scales as much as possible - weight is just a number. Focus on how your body feels and the amazing milestones.

- Rock comfy, flattering outfits that don't constrict your bump. Flowy maxi dresses, leggings, baggy tees etc. Feel cozy.

- Surround yourself with positive mirror messages. Post-its saying "strong mama" "beautiful glow" to see daily.

- Indulge in a nice prenatal massage, facial or pampering activity to nurture your mind+body.

- Get snaps with your cute bump to look back on fondly later. A photo a week shows cool progress.

- Remind bae how gorgeous you look - they think you're literally glowing, trust! Feed off their compliments.

It's only temporary sis, you got this! Soon you'll have a sweet little bub to love and your body will bounce back faster than you think. Stay positive - you're doing amazing!

[Lynx122]

Well it's a mental thing. You have to study where these feelings come from on a deep level and try and let go of the underlying fear.

[sheikalana]

The weight gain is totally normal and natural. 12KG is not too bad honestly and you're living one of the best times of your life. I'd say focus on your baby. Eat healthy foods to make sure your baby is getting the nutrients he/she needs and accept that you're going to look like that for a few more weeks and then all that extra weight will be gone. The good thing about being pregnant is that you can wear whatever you want and no one will judge you. If you want to wear a tight dress no one will give you the side eye because they can see your pregnant tummy. I'm sure you look great you're just not used to see yourself with the extra weight.

[IslaTheWitch]

Pregnancy doesn't mean you can't move and keep your body strong. It takes only 9 months, and you will appreciate your body's stamina during childbirth and after. If you eat healthily and you will keep this trend after giving birth, you will regain your before pregnancy weight pretty fast.

[LazerBean]

That weight gain is all to keep your baby healthy and get the nutrients they need. I think you should look at it as One of the ways you are caring for them even before they are born. But I think you could help with that image by doing your best to eat healthy, high quality foods. Hope you start to feeling better, just keep thinking of your baby ❤️

[Anonymous]

Realize that you are carrying a life inside of you. You are gaining the weight for your baby so it can be strong and healthy. It's not like you're gaining weight just because. You have something magical growing inside of you. Own it. Because it's not something that every woman get to experience. And the great thing is a lot of that weight if not all of it will go away after a few weeks or months after the baby is born.