Why Is My Baby Bump So Small At 20 Weeks
It's your first pregnancy. Women who are pregnant for the first time may start showing later because their muscles haven't been stretched by a previous pregnancy. You're tall. Tall women or women who have long torsos may have a smaller-looking bump, because they have more space for the baby to fill, lengthwise.
How big should my bump be at 20 weeks?
So from your pubic bone to the top of your bump, your belly should be measuring 20 cm (7.9 in) now. This is called the fundal height. At 20 weeks pregnant, your uterus is approximately the size of a cantaloupe or a melon. If you touch the top of your belly, you'll notice that your uterus now reaches your belly button.
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Should you be showing at 20 weeks pregnant?
Typically, your bump becomes noticeable during your second trimester. Between 16-20 weeks, your body will start showing your baby's growth. For some women, their bump may not be noticeable until the end of the second trimester and even into the third trimester.
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What does it mean if your baby bump is small?
Strong abdominal muscles mean a growing uterus is going to stay closer to the core of the body, Kirkham explained, making a bump appear smaller. On the other hand, if core muscles have been stretched out from a previous pregnancy, a second or third pregnancy baby bump may look larger.
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