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newmummy · Jun 17, 2008, 01:47 AM

I'm 171 cm tall and I weigh 54 kg I recently have had 2 miscarriages and am trying really hard to gain weight I was 55 kg a week ago and have lost weight instead I have tried protein shakes but can't drink itso I put it in cakes I recently quit smoking and still haven't gained weight please help me its really getting me down I'm trying so hard :(

Credendovidis · Jun 17, 2008, 02:26 AM

It will only help you if the weight you try to gain is based on healthy tissue, instead of fat.
First of all : WHY do you want to gain weight? What is your physician saying about your weight and /or your failing to gain weight? Did he/she send you to a deitist? Did you ask for that? Did he/she express concern about your present weight?

Do not listen to well intended suggestions you will get here : speak with your physician.

Good luck !

DoulaLC · Jun 17, 2008, 05:56 AM

Originally Posted by newmummy

im 171 cm tall and i weigh 54 kg i recently have had 2 miscarriages and am trying really hard to gain weight i was 55 kg a week ago and have lost weight instead i have tried protein shakes but can't drink itso i put it in cakes i recently quit smoking and still havent gained weight please help me its really getting me down im trying so hard :(

As Credendovidis asked, was this suggested by your doctor? Was there any specific reasons given for your miscarriages? You aren't unusually "underweight"... other factors to consider as well, your age, ethnic background, build, etc can all play a role in what may be considered a "normal" weight range. Keep in mind the charts and such are merely averages, so there will be those who weigh a bit more or a bit less that will still be fine. Some people are just naturally thinner than others. The numbers on the scale are just one factor as to whether weight is an issue in fertility. Usually it has to be pretty high or pretty low on either end of the spectrum before it will be a possible factor in conception.
Are you having normal, regular cycles? What is your caloric intake each day now? Might help to keep a record for a week and see just what you are taking in and from what sources.
Do eat sensibly, from a wide variety of foods, when wanting to achieve a healthy pregnancy/healthy baby, you are best insured with a healthy diet.