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Posted 9/18/2013 9:52 PM (GMT 0)
My husband and I would like to start a family soon and I'm technically underweight. I've read several times that being underweight can make it 4x's harder to conceive so, strange question to most, but an ideas of how I can put on some weight? I try but I always stay the same no matter what! Thanks!

Post Edited (canadachick) : 9/19/2013 1:06:59 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 9/18/2013 10:18 PM (GMT 0)
It's not a strange question on this board, think I'm the only one with this disease to have put on loads of weight.

Combination of Pred and eating more.
Posted 9/19/2013 2:18 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Canadachick,

I was diagnosed with CD in April 1987. I weighed in at 87 pounds, was told I would most likely not be able to get pregnant or carry another child. I delivered my second son 9.13.88. I was on meds throughout my pregnancy and weighed in at 125 pounds at delivery.
I know everyone is different, but I really was healthier being pregnant. I hope everything goes as smoothly for you. (son weighed 8lbs 5oz.) Good luck.....
Posted 9/19/2013 1:14 PM (GMT 0)
I had to go through infertility treatment, but had other medical issues besides the Crohn's. I wasn't diagnosed with Crohn's at that time, but had it nonetheless. And I did have trouble gaining weight which did impact my daughter's weight and health. I would suggest talking to your GI and seeing someone who specializes in high-risk pregnancies. Had we known I had Crohn's at the time along with everything else, we would have done some things differently and probably had a better outcome. I hope it all goes well for you.
Posted 9/19/2013 1:34 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Canadachick, I'm also trying to put on some weight but am not trying to get pregnant. My GI told me to try Ensure drinks (there is one with extra calories for weight gain) and try eating smaller meals throughout the day. My appetite isn't always great, so some days are better than others. Good luck!
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