1st trimester
5 weeks pregnant and a hard belly
ElifGuest ·
Hi, I'm 21. I weighed 48 kg until a week ago and now 51. I'm 5 weeks pregnant (my GP told me after a blood test). My question is, I have a hugely swollen belly! I'm really worried about it, like my stomach is going to burst.. does anyone here have experience with this?
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Anonymous Guest #2
It’s due to your intestines. Because of the pregnancy hormones, there’s more gas buildup and they work slower. Later on, when your uterus grows, everything shifts around in your belly to make room. Drink plenty of water—about 1.5 to 2 liters a day—and eat fiber. Unfortunately, it’s just part of the deal.
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