You will see your belly grow nicely over time during those nine months. But what does it mean if your belly suddenly becomes smaller during your pregnancy?
Is it a bad sign?
There may be several reasons why your belly temporarily appears smaller when you are pregnant:
Baby position: The baby’s position in the womb can affect how your belly looks. For example, if the baby sinks deeper into the pelvis, your belly may temporarily appear smaller.
Changes in the amniotic fluid level: Variations in amniotic fluid levels can affect the size of your belly. If the amniotic fluid level decreases, this can lead to a change in abdominal size. If you are in doubt, you can have this checked by an obstetrician with an ultrasound.
Abs and physique: In women who already had strong abdominal muscles or a certain physique before pregnancy, it may take longer before the pregnancy is visible. The abdomen may also appear less prominent due to muscle tension and the way the body changes.
Differences in fluid retention: Pregnant women can retain fluid, which affects waist size. Changes in fluid retention can result in variations in abdominal size.
A mother expresses her concerns on Facebook:
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Belly smaller in pregnancy
According to doctors, it also matters at what time of the day you look at your stomach. Doctors say that your stomach simply feels less bloated in the morning and therefore looks smaller, because your intestines, stomach and other organs are still getting going and are not yet ‘full’.
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2023-12-22 21:19:27
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