anyone wanting to lose weight before falling pregnant?

earndien
earndien Posts: 195 Member
edited November 12 in Motivation and Support
hi me and my hubby been married for about 5 years and have final though it now time to start with children, although i am *kitten* nervous for the whole experience, i want to lose weight before children, am i the only one that feels it, cause i am overweight, its just the fact i don't want to be even Move overweight while pregnancy and then even struggling double to lose the weight........."think its all in my head"
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  • spamarie
    spamarie Posts: 2,825 Member
    I have also been married about 5 years and am trying to get in better shape before starting a family. So you're not alone! I'm down about 15 pounds. In an ideal world I ought to be down another 15-20 pounds but as long as I'm on the right path and developing healthy habits, I'm happy. I figure the healthier and fitter I am, the easier pregnancy, labour and post partum will be on me. Good luck to you!
  • icanm
    icanm Posts: 33 Member
    Oh wow, in the same boat as you guys are. 5 years for me too!.. I have given myself a deadline of May end to lose 10 kg (higher limit).
  • earndien
    earndien Posts: 195 Member
    i want about 20 kg by october
  • dangergirl87
    dangergirl87 Posts: 10
    I lost 50lbs and BAM! pregnant! :)
  • smar4vpm456
    smar4vpm456 Posts: 6 Member
    Estrogen is stored in your fat cells. When you have rapid weight loss it increases your fertility. Also being overweight can be dangerous while being pregnant. Good luck on your journey!
  • Mommaannie2510
    Mommaannie2510 Posts: 67 Member
    Me!!! Want to have one more baby but want to lose weight and be healthy again.
  • Mommaannie2510
    Mommaannie2510 Posts: 67 Member
    dangergirl87 wrote: »
    I lost 50lbs and BAM! pregnant! :)

    That's awesome!!!! I hope it works for me ;)
  • Lindsay_the_great
    Lindsay_the_great Posts: 209 Member
    edited February 2015
    I have 4 kids and I can say from experience that pregnancy is MUCH more pleasant when you're in shape. My first two pregnancies I was overweight and in terrible shape. My belly stretched so big my stretch marks bled and I had no energy. My tummy never looked nice again. I really regret not getting into shape first. My third and fourth pregnancies happened after I had lost weight and gotten into better shape and I had so much more energy and felt so sexy and powerful. On top of that my last two births were easier and my babies were much happier and healthier babies. I really believe it had to do with my health during pregnancy. I HIGHLY recommend focusing not only on your weight but your fitness. Especially those core muscles. You won't regret it. I promise.
  • itstimeRK
    itstimeRK Posts: 112 Member
    edited February 2015
    I'm doing the same thing. My weight had an adverse effect on TTC so even though I still track my cycle on Glow, we are no longer actively trying until I lose 25 more lbs and reach a healthy weight.

    We TTC for about a year before my doctor told me losing the extra weight would increase my fertility. Now the thought of trying for a baby again gets me motivated to lose my extra weight.
  • bettieb1988
    bettieb1988 Posts: 122 Member
    That's a GREAT idea!! Being a healthy and happy weight before pregnancy is very beneficial. It will not only help with fertility but it will lower the risks of pregnancy complications like gestational diabetes and pre eclampsia. And if you start an exercise routine it will enable you to keep up a good cardio routine during your pregnancy. You and baby will both be happier if you go into the pregnancy healthy!
  • Mamamac1010
    Mamamac1010 Posts: 8 Member
    It's been almost three years for my hubby and I and would also like to lose about 25-30 lbs before conceiving. Its been a struggle to lose I'm so up and down but I'm giving myself until Sept/oct. I need to do this!! Lol.
  • earndien
    earndien Posts: 195 Member
    big_lindsay wrote: »
    I have 4 kids and I can say from experience that pregnancy is MUCH more pleasant when you're in shape. My first two pregnancies I was overweight and in terrible shape. My belly stretched so big my stretch marks bled and I had no energy. My tummy never looked nice again. I really regret not getting into shape first. My third and fourth pregnancies happened after I had lost weight and gotten into better shape and I had so much more energy and felt so sexy and powerful. On top of that my last two births were easier and my babies were much happier and healthier babies. I really believe it had to do with my health during pregnancy. I HIGHLY recommend focusing not only on your weight but your fitness. Especially those core muscles. You won't regret it. I promise.

    great advice!!! i never thought of it that way!!!


  • Lisajohnston
    Lisajohnston Posts: 79 Member
    I am trying to lose weight for several reasons, to be healthier TTC and during pregnancy hopefully is one of my reasons. We are getting married in September and going to try for a baby after that. I thought that it would be more pleasant if I was in better shape. I am fairly healthy but overweight. I hope to lose 20-30 lbs. I have read that it is easier, your body fairs out better and you feel better after if in shape and maintaining muscle tone throughout pregnancy. I want to be as healthy as possible to create a good environment for a potential baby.
  • WeightLossForBaby
    WeightLossForBaby Posts: 1 Member
    I am also currently in the process of losing weight in order to get pregnant. I lost 100# before my husband and I first met and gained it back (and then some) within the last four years.

    After a very sobering visit with my doctor last week, I learned that I am likely unable to get pregnant at my current weight and it would be unsafe for me to do so. I am MORE than determined to lose the 100#'s and then some again in order to start expanding our family. It's so great to hear success stories and to see that others are in a similar situation. Thanks, everyone!!
  • bettieb1988
    bettieb1988 Posts: 122 Member
    Yes. I just had a baby 4 months ago an wish I had gotten in shape way before. It took 3 years to conceive each of my two children
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