Pregnancy Weight Gain Calculator

See a general total pregnancy weight-gain range based on pre-pregnancy BMI and whether you are expecting one baby or twins.

General total pregnancy weight-gain range11.3–15.9 kg
selected weight unit

1 – 1500

selected weight unit

1 – 1500

selected height unit

1 – 300

General total pregnancy weight-gain range

11.3–15.9 kg

  • Change from pre-pregnancy weight7.0 kg
  • Pre-pregnancy BMI22.0
  • Approximate end-of-pregnancy weight range71.3–75.9 kg

This is a total pregnancy range, not a week-by-week target or assessment of current progress. Discuss an individual goal with your prenatal clinician, especially with BMI ≥40, twins or a medical condition. Do not use it to restrict weight gain or food intake on your own.

How this was calculated

Pre-pregnancy BMI = weight in kg ÷ height in meters².

Select the CDC total-gain range for pre-pregnancy BMI and one baby or twins.

Formula and method

Calculate pre-pregnancy BMI using kg/m², then select the CDC range for the BMI group and pregnancy type. The current weight is used only to display weight change.

Worked example

A pre-pregnancy weight of 60 kg and height of 165 cm give BMI 22.0. For one baby, the total-gain reference range is 25–35 lb, about 11.3–15.9 kg.

References

Frequently asked questions

Is this a weekly target?

No. It shows total pregnancy gain. Individual progress and goals should be discussed with a prenatal clinician rather than inferred from a single weight.

Last updated . Results are estimates for informational purposes only.