touching

[danasmum]

Im 30 weeks pregnant and was wondering if there is any other moms out there that can't handle being touched and how to go about telling people you dont like it, I've recently been having some friends and my b fs mother just touch my belly without even asking permission and its really bothering me I have a personal space issue and I really dont like being touched even by my own mother the only one I am ok with touching my belly is the babies daddy and of course my 7 yr old daughter I really dont wanna be rude and I just wanna know how I can tell people without being rude and was wondering if I am being rude in general with not wantinf them to touch me

[425tips]

I Know what you mean specially  with kids trying to touch its scary. The other day my boyfriends friend lil girl ask me your having a baby and then after leaving ang playing she came back and smack my tummy not that hard but it did scared me because she wanted to do it again . i just told her dont do that again it hurts the baby and me . shes only 6 .

[Krysma]

I am 30w5d and I can't stand being touched period. But I am trying my best not to blow up when people want to. My baby shower is this weekend so I know there will be touching and talking to my stomach. So not looking forward to it. So I do know how you feel. Just be honest with people. It is not rude. Some people just have space issues and people have to understand that. I am so uncomfortable all the time I think that plays a part in me not wanting touched. Just hang in there you have about 10weeks left that is what I keep telling myself. And honesty is always best. Congrats sweets on your lo!

[Ruby82294]

I know how you feel I don't mind just a short rub or anything but my husband's sisters just go overboard and "baby talk" into my stomach in front of everyone...it's so embarrassing and irritating

[singermomtobe]

I normally can't stand being touched by people, but I actually enjoy the belly rubs. You could make a shirt that says "this is not a petting zoo" over your belly.

[MRSTMP]

How about when coworkers ask how you're feeling, make a general comment to them like 'I feel ok, but I'm tired of people touching me without asking' or something like that. If you say it enough, they should get the hint. It's a bit passive aggressive but doesn't put anyone in particular on the spot and keeps it general?

[Mommy_of_thr3e]

I was just saying that to my bf a few minutes ago. Coworkers keep touching me and it makes me feel really uncomfortable. I feel like I'm being violated in a sense. Haven't quite figured out how to tell them to back off yet...

[vaneivettexo]

I'm feeling the same way.  I was thinking b the same thing. How am I going to let my Co-workers that I don't want them touching my stomach anymore but I don't want to come off rude

[Three_n_1onTheWay]

I'm going to buy a shirt that says hands off!

[naru89]

I'm the same the only person i don't get mad at for touching my belly is my nefiew who is 5 and doesn't know better

[lupitaB]

I no exactly what you feeling

[KristiGG]

I dont think its rude at all to not be want people touching your belly.  It is awkward and uncomfortable.  I dont say anything to my family even tho I dont like it because I feel bad.  Luckily it is very rare for anyone else to attempt it...people kind of know I am only a touchy feely person with my husband.  I dont have advice on how to stop it unfortunately.  It is definitely not rude to not want it tho.  Just wait til baby is here and perfect strangers walk up and touch them...that is the worst...so practice standing up to people now I say!

[SaSa28]

There are a lot of moms who feel this way. The only thing you can do is open your mouth and say something about it  use the excuse, please dont touch my belly it is very sore and makes me sick with extra pressure.