Question:
1 yr. post op and 3 months pregnant

I am 1 year post-op and now 3 months pregnant. I have been stable on my weight now for the last 3 months. I have done everything I can to eat what I am supposed to, but for some reason I still lost 2 pounds within 1 1/2 weeks. Any advice from someone that has gone through this? What can I do to get more calories in throughout the day.    — schmlae1 (posted on May 19, 2003)

May 19, 2003
I am not sure what advice to give you but here is a site dedicated to wls pregnant woman http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OSSG-pregnant/ good luck
   — Deanna Wise

May 19, 2003
I got pregnant at 3 months post op surgery and know have a healthy 2 1/2 month old baby boy! I didnt gain any weight through out my pregnancy. In fact I lost about a total of 70 pounds while I was pregnant. I didnt have any problems with my pregnancy and he was almont 7 pounds when he was born. and he was 3 weeks early. My Dr. told me that the baby will take what ever it needs from my body regardless of losing the weight. He just wanted me to make sure I got regular Ultrasounds and take Vitamins and b 12 shots. that is pretty much it. He told me That I shouldnt worry about eating extra calories because the baby will get what it needs from my nutrient stores in my body. hope this helps. Also I am at goal 145# was 270# lost most of my weight while pregnant:0) check out my profile!good luck with your beautiful baby.
   — Tina K.

May 19, 2003
Are you seeing a high-risk OB/GYN? You may be already, but if not, I suggest you see one b/c they should be familiar with WLS and what to expect. Also, look up "pregnancy" on the search here and you should find some helpful things from others who have gone through this, just in case you don't get enough responses here. How many meals are you eating? B/c we are so limited in the quantity of each meal, the frequency should be increased in your case. Eat every 2 hours, and that way you should be able to get in atleast 6 small meals, hence more calories and nutrition. Goodluck to you and congratulations :-)
   — Lezlie Y.