Med Helps pregnancy weight tracker is making me feel down :(

[mum2beagain]

So I have been using the tracker on my iPad/iPhone. As I started out overweight the app tells me I should have gained 6-13 lbs by now. Because I have gained 15 it has the word 'excessive' written next to it :( I think the word 'high' would be sufficient. My midwife isn't  concerned at all, my monthly gian has been about 2lbs a month apart from one month where i had a 6 lb gain after some bad advice by the diabetic clinics 'so called' dietician. I know I am  being silly, it is such a useful app but 'excessive'
glaring at me every time I open it is making me
want to delete it!!

[StephRox13]

I was thinking the same thing when I put in my weight too and it says excessive. My doctor hasn't said anything either so I'm not concerned I'm just using it as guide to keep me in check. But yes the excessive is a bit harsh. Keep taking care of yourself and enjoying your pregnancy. You know you're doing great and feeling great too.

[coffeebuzzedliz]

I would delete the app! I know doctors have this magic number for you but you cant make everyone happy!!

[ashleyfife]

i actually would like to gain, i was overweight when i found out... and i've lost 20+ lbs.. and it says low... maybe i'm just strange. lol.

[mum2beagain]

I know, this is the lowest weight gain I have ever had in a pregnancy. Heck I weighed more than I do now 4 months AFTER giving birth to the last one. Physically I feel great, funny how one word can make me feel down!

[MrsPincince]

Aww girl, don't worry about it. It's just a guide. It does not define u. I've gained 14 lbs so far so I'd be in the Excessive category too! So you're not alone:) I think it's great considering I gained 55lbs with my son... Lol