i'm 16 weeks pregnant and I'm scared that somethings wrong with the baby because im not showing yet. Could something be wrong?
2007-09-22 14:22:04 · 8 answers · asked by Jenna 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
When I was 5 and 6 months people couldn't believe i was that far along!!
Even when I was 8 months, you couldnt tell i was pregnant if you were standing behind me. I was all belly.
You are absolutely fine. Just make sure you make healthy choices!!
Good luck!
2007-09-22 14:30:09 · answer #1 · answered by beach answerer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are a variety of reasons why you may not be showing yet.
You may be showing, but seeing yourself daily may have impacted how you look at yourself, not noticing the slowly changing belly. After all, at this particular point, you won't look like a full blown pregnant lady. It'll be a subtle baby bump.
Over-weight women tend to not show until quite late in pregnancy.
Believe it or not, maternity clothes make a HUGE difference in shape. Wearing regular clothing can camoflauge what is a signifcantly changed body. You'll be surprised by putting on some maternity pants how you suddenly look much more pregnant.
If you're extremely concerned about the growth of your baby, ask your doctor about it - call, if you really need the reassurance, or wait until your next visit. If they're worried as well, they'll give you an ultra-sound to insure that your baby is growing properly. If not, they'll give you all the reassurance you need. However, you're most likely quite fine. I didn't start really showing until I was about 25 weeks along. I'm 28 weeks now.
2007-09-22 21:30:13 · answer #2 · answered by Stephanie E 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure that you tell your doctor of your concerns. I have had 3 kids and I didnt start showing until late in my pregnancy. Most people, even those close to me but didnt know about the pregnancy couldnt tell that I was pregnant. Are you getting prenatal care? Taking prenatal vitamins? if you are not taking the vitamins GET THEM. you can get them over the counter too. You are probably ok and will start showing soon. Talk to your doctor though if you are still concerned and worried.
2007-09-22 21:30:04 · answer #3 · answered by hatingmsn 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope. I didn't show to the world until I was almost 5 months pregnant with my first, although I did notice my pants getting tighter earlier than that. Haven't you been going to your OB appointments? The doctor would tell you if something was wrong.
2007-09-22 21:26:24 · answer #4 · answered by Precious 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It also depends on the kind of person you are, I was skinny to begin with,I only put on 4kg my whole pregnancy, and didn't start showing until around my 7th month. My baby girl is perfectly healthy. If you are worried consult your OB/GYN that is what they are there for.
Mum to a 3 month old baby girl.
2007-09-22 23:12:09 · answer #5 · answered by destiny18_au 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some people don't start shopwing until they are 6 or 7 months along. It depends on your build, and all that good stuff. I wouldn't worry about it.
2007-09-22 21:26:01 · answer #6 · answered by Crazy Lady 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are lucky. My girlfriend wasn't showing until 23 weeks, not at all, but then she just grew and grew and ended up with a huge belly. Don't worry, it will come.
2007-09-22 21:40:05 · answer #7 · answered by Matahari 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NOT AT ALL..some take up until the end of the second trimester to show. especailly if this is your first pregnancy...don't worry. you'll be showing soon enough...
2007-09-22 21:26:32 · answer #8 · answered by ~*~California Momma~*~ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋