I am very overweight and completely understand the higher risks associated with obesity and pregnancy.
However it seems that at every appointment I attend, my weight and high bmi are constantly being brought up and commented on. Often the information I am given is repetitive and quite upsetting.
I know that ideally I should have lost a lot more weight before getting pregnant, but it was unexpected and I was delighted.
Their comments are causing me so much anxiety and are actually making me feel guilty for getting and being pregnant and like a bad Mother for putting my unborn child through these higher risks.
I was overweight during my first pregnancy, luckily the pregnancy and birth went perfectly and my DD was born 8 days late at a very healthy 7lb 7oz.
Should I be more concerned about my weight? What exactly can I do about it now, if anything? I want to enjoy my pregnancy, not worry that I am already doing everything wrong.