I am dreading the scale at my next appointment. She has assisted at over 1,000 births and is currently teaching in the nurse-midwifery program at the University of Minnesota. There is no simple answer to this problem, although you may find that your appetite will decrease over time. I recommend that you see a provider who does not intimidate you with lectures about weight gain. Ask your care provider to recommend foods or strategies for nausea control.
Some women gain quite a bit in the first trimester and slow toward the end.
The greatest appetite suppressant, however, is exercise. Incorporate a 20 minute aerobic exercise period into your daily activities. Chemicals that give you a feeling of fullness are liberated by the brain during exercise. Including some fat in your diet might help curb your appetite until the next meal as well. If possible, a visit to a nutritionist may be helpful.