Pregnancy Weight Gain
by Cathy Parkes July 21, 2021 Updated: December 29, 2021

Expected weight gain during pregnancy
Average weight patients: 25-35 pounds.
Underweight patients: 28-40 pounds.
Overweight patients: 15-25 pounds.
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