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Overactive thyroid & not gaining weight 24 weeks

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GraceLondon91 · 22/09/2021 13:05

Wondering if anyone has had similar experience

It was identified very early on in my pregnancy that TSH was extremely low, & explained it was sometimes side effect of pregnancy. I have been getting regular blood checks & whilst levels have risen, they are still very low.

At 24 weeks I have only gained 1lb from pre-pregnancy & hardly have a bump at all - starting to get worried, especially seeing other people's bumps & weight gain - wondering if lack of weight gain could be linked to low tsh. Midwife said at last check up baby is measuring only slightly small

Did anyone have similar situation & end up gaining weight overall? is it possible to have a healthy baby without weight gain? did anyone have TSH issues during pregnancy? thanks !

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Pitstop1986 · 22/09/2021 13:27

There's a few factors to consider here- what was your BMI at the start of pregnancy, as if you were overweight, you may gain more slowly.

Has your diet or lifestyle changed since getting pregnant? Are you eating more healthily, more active, etc?

Have you suffered from morning sickness or food aversions during pregnancy?

Has your GP/ midwife mentioned anything about your overactive thyroid or referred you to an endocrinologist?

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