Too small?

Question

I'm 18 weeks and 4 days and it seems like I barely have a belly. I've only gained like 2 or 3 pounds during my entire pregnancy. It has me a little worried. Not sure if it's because of how small I am or if the baby isn't growing.

Answer

This was my 18 week belly. Barely anything there. And it only looked this was because of how I accentuated it with my hands. If my hands weren’t on my belly, you probably wouldn’t even know I was pregnant.

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By 16 weeks I had lost 10 lbs and only started gaining at 18 weeks with my daughter. I had no bump until 24 weeks at all (wasnt noticeable until later tho). My daughter was completely healthy and so was I. Talk to your doctors, but its not all that crazy. A lot of women show later on and you arent suppose to gain weight during the first trimester anyway.

Answer

As you progress in your second trimester you’ll gain more weight recommended it like 15-25 lbs. If you are eating normally than there’s not need to worry. When I say normal I mean a balanced diet. Having grains, meats, diary, veggies, etc. And having enough of them. I would also bring up your concerns with the doctor

Too small?

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