Table 1 2009 IOM Recommendations for gestational weight gain during pregnancy
Recommendations | Underweight | Normal weight | Overweight | Obese |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Prepregnancy BMI (kg/m2) | < 18.5 | 18.5–24.9 | 25.0–29.9 | ≥30 |
Total weight gain range (kg) | 12.5–18 | 11.5–16 | 7–11.5 | 5–9 |
Total weight gain range (lbs) | 28–40 | 25–35 | 15–24 | 11–20 |