I Don't "Look" Pregnant Anymore...

I would say not to worry. I always got bloated and bigger belly for the first few months, then settled back down until 5 or 6 months. Good luck!

Hey Nicole,

Follow your intstincts, and get yourself checked out. It never hurts to get a little listen to the little heartbeat, to ease your mind.

Best,
S.
Doula, Childbirth ed, yoga teacher

N.,

The important thing is not to stress. It's bad for you and probably not good for the baby. I had this EXACT same problem (more than once, much to my doctors' & midwives' dismay, I'm sure) and I also had a history of multiple unsuccessful pregnancies and it freaked me out. Any tiny thing would have me worried and calling them at the drop of a hat asking them to check the heartbeat on the doppler, etc. I'm sure they thought I was crazy, but I completely know what you mean. It's almost unbearably hard after miscarrying because you so want everything to be okay and the thought of losing another is terrifying and heartbreaking. The med staff told me to relax, the baby could be in a different position, I could be retaining water differently at different times of the pregnancy because of different hormones, etc. There are so many variables. I was incredibly sick almost my whole pregnancy and I remember freaking out once because I woke up feeling fine and not really pregnant anymore and thought that meant I might miscarry too. It actually made me feel glad to be sick after that!

It may be too early in your pregnancy to hear it, but what really helped me was getting one of the medical-grade fetal heart rate monitors to listen to at home. Hearing her every day reassured me and allowed me to stop obsessing until I was actually able to start feeling her and then once I got past a certain point in my pregnancy, I sort of calmed down and my baby will be one year old this May! The fetal doppler was a life saver. We purchased it on ebay. Look for the "HI Bebe Fetal Doppler BT-200". You can probably find one fairly cheap. We also tried several other types of monitors too, but they were complete garbage (like the ones you can get at Motherhood, etc.), so don't waste your $$$! The storebrand ones were so bad, I couldn't even hear her at 36 or 40 weeks on those things.

So! Relax, think good thoughts, enjoy your other children and pray if it brings you comfort, and most importantly DON'T STRESS! This is supposed to be a happy time. Looking back, I probably worried myself so very much that I'm positive I could've enjoyed my pregnancy WAY more than I did.

Best wishes,

R. J.

I agree it is still pretty early to be showing, I am almost 10 weeks pregnant with my second child and there are days I feel like I show more than others (I think it is mostly gas). With my first pregnancy I don't think I really showed (where others could actually tell) until I was like 5 or 6 months along. Of course I could tell much earlier!! It sounds like everything is fine, but it doesn't hurt to give your doctor a call, if for nothing more than reassurance! Good luck!!

try not to worry 10 weeks is early too be showing even just a bump. you could have been bloated or something else could have caused the "bump"

Dont let yourself jump to conclusions. Talk to your OB or one of the nurses in the office. Have you had your 1st appt yet? If you havent had any pain, cramping or show theres probably not much to worry about. :) Good luck hon!

I would definitely speak with your midwife or OB if you have any concerns. I do not know about that early but I do know that later in my pregnancies my belly shape would change depending on the baby's position.

I would definitely chalk it up to gas! :) :) But, if you're worried... you can always go see your OB. Most women don't really show until after 14wks. Good luck!

Hi N.,

I would definitely go and get checked. Chances are they would do an ultrasound and if you at least hear the heartbeat and see the baby you'll be able to put your mind at ease. I have 3 children and after having my first two I had a miscarriage. I know when I got pregnant with my 3rd child I was a nervous wreck from the day I found out. I was so worried that something would happen - it's hard not to worry. I also know the more kids you have for some reason the sooner you show. So, showing at 10 weeks is not at all uncommon and if you feel something isn't quite right, go with your instinct and call your doctor. Good luck!

This happened to me briefly as well! I was so constipated that it turned out my "Baby bump" was just bloating. I'm 20 weeks now and have a real one. So you're probably fine!

Dear N.,
Go to the Dr. After having two miscarriages, he / she should understand your risks and your concerns. Ask for an ultrasound to make sure all is well. Could be normal however. Try not to panic until you find out for sure what's going on. I've been thee too, it's hard not to. Good luck and God bless. L. L.

Hi N.,
I can certainly relate. I have had three miscarriages, and it is so hard not to worry about every little thing when you get pregnant again. Most likely, it's nothing to worry about, but it wouldn't hurt to call your OB and ask if they can test your Hcg levels. Also, I'm not sure if your miscarriages were "just a fluke," like they said mine were, or if there was another reason given, but I do know that often they can be caused by a progesterone level that is too low, which can be remedied by being put on extra progesterone at a certain point in your pregnancy. At any rate, talking it over with your doctor could at least set your mind at ease. I'll be praying for you. I know how hard it is. Good luck.

Hi N.,
I am about 14 weeks pregnant with my first and I felt the same way. I was so happy when I started having a little bump that some days I would think "is it really there?". And it wouldn't look as big. Don't worry. I mean see when your next appointment is & if you can't wait until then, go in earlier but if your not bleeding or feeling anything try not to worry. Good luck.

I agree, talk to your doctor.... see what they say. But until you know one way or another try to remain calm and dont stress yourself out (although I understand that you want to).

I had similar happen around 8 weeks i couldnt button my pants or zip up the fly's on any jeans so i though i would soon be heading out to by maternity clothes, 3 days later everything fit agian and i didnt need new clothes till 4mo pregnant, i asked my gyn and he said some people just get really bloated as the body changes into being pregnant and then it goes away, if you have had misscarages though, always be on the look out for signs of that. and always call your ob/gyn with any conserns thats what they are there for!