@deakinoh, Welcome to Connect. And Congratulations on your kidney transplant and your ongoing recovery. I'm happy that you have joined us on Connect as you continue your journey toward your new future!

Weight gain after transplant is something that I and many others struggle with after transplant. I was skin and bones after my transplant (liver and kidney) when all of the excess fluids were back to normal. As odd as it sounds I was told to eat to gain weight at first.

I would like to share this article that was featured in the Connect Transplant Blog The Blogs are articles that are written by the the Transplant staff about topics of interest to Transplant Patients and their Caregivers. I like this reference article because it provides some assurance that it is a common struggle, and it gives some tips for exercise and eating tips.

-Transplant > Weight Gain After Transplant: Where Does it Come From and How to Get Rid of It
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/transplant/newsfeed-post/weight-gain-after-transplant-where-does-it-come-from-and-how-to-get-rid-of-it-2/

Deakinoh, It can make a difference whether you are comparing your current weight to your pre transplant 'normal' weight or to your post transplant weight. Your weight can be affected by any excess fluids if your body is still carrying extra fluids. Weight gain can also be a problem for some people who take prednisone.
At my 4 month post transplant surgery visit, I had an appointment with a transplant nutritionist who was able to give me some helpful suggestions about my own personal food preferences. I believe that meeting, gave me a good foundation for a healthy diet and for developing a pattern for making good food choices. Does your transplant center offer any nutrition guidance?