Is it normal???

[kirby]

This is my first pregnancy and I was told that my uterus would come out of my pelvis by week 12 and the doctor would be able to feel it . However my doctor still can't feel it and I am almost 15weeks along. Is that normal???
I am getting frustrated because I haven't had a scan so I'm not sure how things are developing. Has anyone else gone through the same thing?

[Moorish]

Hi Kirby, CONGRATULATIONS on your pregnacy!
I think this is really quite normal. With being your first pregnancy your muscles have never done this before and need a chance to stretch to accomodate your baby. Also, body size/shape has a lot to do with it too, I'm about a size 16 and with my first pregnancy I didn't show at all until the late 20th week, even then I was trying to stick it out! If you're really slim, your uterus might be felt soon but try not to worry too much about things you have no control over. You'll be able to breath a sigh of relief at your first scan when you realise that there's nothing to worry about as you watch your little bub swimming laps and doing sommersults!
Good luck! Anna

[nkenward]

Hi there Kirby,

Congrats. I have just reached the 19th week mark and this is also my first. I visited with my OB during the past week who did a feel for my uterus etc. She said that by the 20th week the uterus should be up around the belly button. I am not sure if that applies to everyone as like Anna I am slightly on the rounded side already. But I have felt over the past 6 weeks that it has grown more than the initial few weeks.
As for the ultrasound - I had one at 14 weeks to confirm EDD etc - but you could always request one for peace of mind - and it feels really good to see the little one (not that there was much). Just ask your Dr/Ob for a referal.

[kirby]

Hi

Thanks for the advice. I am size 16 but i look pregnant but I think it is just my weight. Everyone keeps asking me if I am 20 weeks though I am only 15. I did put a lot of weight on the first trimester. I think I will wait for my 19 week ultrasound