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Weight Gain During Pregnancy

Don’t be shocked when you step on the scale! It’s normal to gain weight during your pregnancy, as your baby grows. The average gain is around 25 to 35 lb (11.5 to 16 kg).

Areas of weight gain during pregnancy

Breasts 1lb
Blood 3 1/3 lb
Baby 7 ½ lb
Placenta 1 1/3 lb
Amniotic fluid 2 lb
Uterus 2 lb
Fat reserves 6 ½ lb
Maternal fluids 3 ½ lb
Total = 27 lb

The amount of post-pregnancy weight loss varies from woman to woman. Most women find they return to within 2.5 to 5 lb of their original weight in the year following delivery.

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Lorna McFadden, DCH

I have been a certified dental assistant for the past 16 years. Over that time I have been interested in many of the healing arts. In 1993, I became a reflexologist and continued to study other forms of alternative health. My passion for Homeopathy began when I was treated by a homeopath in 1998. I really resonated with the philosophy and treatment of homeopathy. Only after a few consultations I knew I had to become involved and help heal others. With restored health and a great deal of energy, I am driven to study this wonderful healing art. I have successfully completed the first milestone in my homeopathic career by graduating from the Vancouver Homeopathic Academy. I hope to write my Certification of Classical Homeopathy in the next few years. I am a member of the West Coast Homeopathic Society and regularly attend study sessions to stay updated and educated. I also attend local trade shows and educate the public on Homeopathy. I am recently married and reside in Langley with two cats and a golden retriever named Montana. My animals are wonderful homeopathic patients.