Why is it that my tummy looks so swollen? Sometimes is like I am 8months pregnant... and sometimes is flat?
338636
Water retention which usually takes places just before menstruation.
44079
Depends on how deep they are. I can still see mine but they are much lighter.  You should take extra good care of the skin on your belly.  Try using Bath and Body Works Shea Body Butter.  I used this at the end of my pregnancy and I wished I would have discovered it earlier.  You can also but stratch mark cream at Target in the lotion aisle.  Both these will keep the skin moist less stretch marks.
370655
It is always possible to firm up your muscles.  However, your tummy may not be flat after a pregnancy.  Sometimes the stretching of the adominal wall can part the adominal muscles on each side, and allows the internal organs to pooch out a little bit...not like a hernia, but the stretch muscles can allow them to just look that way.  Pilates seem to give a lot of results in little time.
339498
It depends on your age, how long ago was your baby born and the type of exercises you do for your tummy.?  It could take months to get your tummy back into shape but honestly, it will never be the same as it was before having "surgery" and giving birth.  I have had three children (the first and third were C's because they were breach) and after the second C, my tummy has not been the same.  I am 14 months down the road and it is much better but not the same.
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It really depends on your natural skin elasticity.  I also gained A LOT of weight during my pregnancy and after losing it,  was stuck with a lot of stretch marks and loose skin. After a while though, it wasn't as drastic as it was.  Remember, for pregnancies, it's 9 months up, 9 months down. But you will NEVER have the same body again.  Sometimes it gets better, sometimes worse... but it's all worth it when we see our kids, right?\n For some women, they are fortunate enough to regain elasticity naturally.  Some will swear by cocoa butter or expensive gels and creams.  \nMy suggestion is to work out, eat healthy, try the cocoa butter approach to help moisturize your skin and if it still doesn't work, then maybe a tummy tuck or body lift is your only option.  Either way, Good luck!
451026
If it happens once, just a tinge, then that would be ok.  If it happens often, go to your doctor.  \nYou did not state what stage of the pregnancy though.
111010
I gained almost 30 lbs after my hysto. and most of that is in the belly area.  I thought at first it was simply the "Swelly Belly" one gets after an abdominal hysto... but it didn't go away.
416011
Depends on what month you're in...the first 4 months your tummy is pretty flat,so I guess you can stil suck it in and your skin still "'rolls"'when you sit.After the fifth month your baby/belly gets bigger and your skin starts to stretch,no more sucking in/rolling then!
239854
Are you still having periods? Do you feel sick during the day, are your breasts tender? Pregnancy does increase the bloodflow in theses areas but you need to get it checked out properly, take a test at home or see your doctor as soon as possible
473350
Light cramps or abdominal discomfort is not an uncommon condition of early pregnancy (see below).  But, if you are having any kind of discharge, then you should go and see your family doctor or obstetrician, the sooner the better!  \n\nLots more information on symptoms of early pregnancy at site below.  Hope that helps!
991649
When you first start your period, often it is irregular and catches you by surprise.  I always carried seomthing in my purse/backpack to be prepared for that.  Also, look for the signs of your period coming (such as bloating, cramping, ect) and then its not so much of a surprise.  Also, Id suggest tracking it on a calendar or website (theres lots of free ones to do so), and then u can predict it so much better.
688592
It's also possible that you have a hernia.  Is there any bulging in the area?  If so, I'd go sea a doctor.
1088441
Some people just don't have flat bellies. Don't fret over it too much. Do what you're doing. If you are still overweight, then exercise more. If you're not overweight, but still have a belly, chill out.
319775
Hello,\n\nIt may well be that the "belly" that you are referring to is loose skin left over from your pregnancies.  This skin has been stretched so much that it has lost its elasticity.  (This happens to people who have lost a great deal of weight, too.)  It would make sense that as the rest of your body tones up, this "belly" would seem more noticeable to you.
50531
yes depending on how long you had your baby. I have had 3 c sections, give yourself at least 6 months before you think of flattening that tummy. the only exercises you should be doing for the first 6 months is taking care of the little one. after that once you have Dr clearance crunches are the best to flatten a tummy, but do not push it unless you are an active person. if you regularly did exercises before the baby then your stomacher muscles will be a lot stronger then if you did none at all. Me well I never listen to Dr's, I started pulling myself up with a bar after 3 days, but I am also a very active person. Swimming is excellent for the whole body especially after any surgery because the water acts as a buoyancy mat so to speak for the body. But only do what your body can handle, I am a Physical instructor and a Muay Thai Fighter, and a swimmer so my body can handle a bit of tummy exercises. CONGRATULATIONS on the little one I hope he/she brings you many years of joy and laughter.
2812
no, that answer isn't right.  It has to do with weaker stomach muscles when you are born, at least that is what my OBGYN told me.
247150
You can understand women r pregnant if they develop a bulging belly over the weeks, if they start throwing up just too often and above all if their cycle is disturbed ;)