@Shabz22 It is a tricky one. I'd say focus on your health, your body will (within reason) tell you what you need. I think it is hard if you go into this actively trying to lose weight, even higher BMI pregnancies should gain 10-15 lbs. I battle with the thought of gaining, and did with my DD, but that turned to a lot of over exercising and under eating, and ultimately a premie in the NICU which I wouldn't wish on anyone. That is obviously an extreme situation, but I would say when your body tells you that it needs a few lbs or some love during pregnancy, listen to it a wee bit. Sending hugs for a stressful situation. From what i've read you aren't meant to eat for two until the third trimester, and even then it is just an extra 200 or so calories a day, so if you are being healthy now, then keep up the good work.
@monkeyjocks hope the scan goes well, let us know!
@Billymay thanks for the message, i'm doing well. I think we are either 7+2 or 7+6 depending on ovulation or period date. We had a scan middle of last week which was really nice to know that there is a heartbeat. I also have been terrified after stories of MCs after having a healthy child. I spoke to a friend today who had 2 MCs after her first born and she said that there were doubts about the heartbeat both times (one was much later than the other) so that really made me feel better, hoping that helps put some minds at ease a little. This stage is so funny, we are like walking incubators.
Currently very tired though I know weeks 7-9 are the worst, and feeling on/off nausea though not actually being sick. I also have the most random cravings. I MUST HAVE HONEYDEW MELON OR THE WORLD WILL END :). Ahhh pregnancy my old friend.