Hey I am 31 weeks along and I gained 17 pounds so far. My OB said that I will probably put on 25 pounds total, which he says is great. But I would try and eat more now, once you hit the 3rd trimester, your stomach will have no space left and you don't really feel like eating. Many ladies here mentioned losing their appetite at this point and it is true, we don't feel like eating no more! :( As far as losing the weight, depends on the person. I had a friend who gained 30 pounds and still hasn't lost 20 of it. Another friend gained 50 pounds and in 7 months she was back to her pre-pregnancy weight. I think it all depends on how dedicated you are to getting rid of the extra weight!