During pregnancy, women experence progressive physiological changes. The weight gain is usually progressive until the final 1 - 2 weeks of pregnancy. Depending upon baseline weight before pregnancy, which of the following is considered a normal rate of weight gain during pregnancy?

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First trimester: 1 - 5 pounds
During pregnancy, women experence progressive physiological changes. Depending upon weight before pregnancy, normal first trimester weight gain is 1 - 5 pounds. Weight gain is one of the most visible physiological changes in pregnancy.

During Pregnancy, Women Experence Progressive Physiological Changes