I'm glad to see that you've taken what Leigh said to heart, Michelle! I know I personally was reluctant to reply when I read that you're pregnant. I never have been, but I have heard (though honestly I can't name a source) that the body "first feeding the baby" is a myth. The body's first priority is feeding the mom. After all, she has to be healthy in order to have a healthy baby, so it makes sense from a nature standpoint.
And regarding increasing cals early on MRM, I think the manual itself says that the slow increase is to avoid freak-outs. Leigh had some clients who said screw it and went straight to maintenance right away, knowing they'd have bloating and retention and weight gain. I don't think it's an issue, particularly for you, to increase early.
