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Is it normal to experience weight gain on the regular protocol? I started meds last Friday and have gained four pounds since then. I am also extremely hungry, and have been waking early in the morning because my tummy is grumbling.

Is this normal? How much weight can I expect to gain?

Thank You

Yes, it's very normal. I've been on the protocol for 4.5 months
and have gained about 10 lbs. I'm always hungry too. I do think a lot of it is water retention from the estrogen. Don't worry you will lose a lot of it when you start pumping/nursing.
Hang in there.

I have also been on the regular protocol about 4.5 months and have gained about 6 pounds. Very irritating, but I figure it's from the BCP's. I hope I will lose it while nursing.
Jennifer

Thanks ladies! At least I don't feel so alone now! I was just so surprised!! Theres lots of info on this site, but not alot about the "changes" and possible side effects to your body. This is all good stuff to know!!!!

Well, me and my painful breasts and four extra pounds are going to go feed my grumbling tummy!

Yes it is normal. Remember your body is mimicing a pregnancy. And some weight gain is part of it.

I have been on the protocol for a little over a month and I have put on 4 pounds, not liking that part but it will be worth it very soon.
Reading the comments from the other ladies I feel better that it just isn't me.

Ditto, Carol!

I'm glad I'm not the only one!! Hopefully most of that weight will go to our breasts!