Don't touch the belly

[hhays0623]

Does it bother anyone else when people try (or do) rub your belly. My mother-in-law does and I don't know how to tell her that I absolutely hate it.

[617492929749777331_511_5]

My husband, child and my best girlfriend are the only ones who rub my belly. My grandma doesn't because I haven't asked her to. With my first i told one woman if she touched my belly I'd break her hand. I'm not ok with random touching unless I have already ok'd you. But I am this way ALL the time.  I work retail and have had bad experiences with customers getting too close. I move away or stand behind a counter. I have no shame in stating that my personal bubble is way off limits unlees I invite you in.

[Shaynaruth]

I'm not showing yet, and my mom rubs my belly and says hi to the baby every chance she gets.  My husband is the same way.  Once I am showing, I won't mind if CLOSE friends and family rub the belly, but I'm glad for right now it's just mom and hubby.  

[Mommysboys2]

I don't have a problem with people I know touch my belly...I'm not gonna lie it does make me feel awkward...lol I mean they are rubbing you....as far as people I don't know...that is a no go! Don't touch me...lol I do however hate it when people say oh my God you look pregnant!...like no sh*t! (Knowing I'm pregnant) ...lol or you are big...like what!? Your are bigger than me and your not even pregnant!!!! Sorry but that's frustrating.

[bec_jae_martin]

I had a woman who I'd only twice do it at the start of our Christmas trip last year. It made me so uncomfortable that when I saw my mil later that day I couldn't handle her having a rub. My rule of thumb is generally if I'd hug you, you can rub. But if you aren't close to someone, or you've not previously had physical affection from the MIL, I totally get it. My family is pretty touchy as is my husbands so its ok for me. But failing that, by the bump shirts online- "unless u put it here dont touch" or " dont touch the bump". They are cute and funny and your mil should take the hint without u having to confront her...

[lkaykirk]

There are few people who touch my belly and I don't mind. My nieces love to feel him move and I love to see the joy on their faces. My 18 year old cousin likes it too. But I don't like people other than my hubby to rub my belly. It weird me out. Now feeling the movement is different than straight out rubbing the belly.

[Simplyme81]

Yeah, there should be a public service announcement or something informing people on the etiquette of touching pregnant women's stomachs. Just because I'm pregnant doesn't give the ok to rub me. But I'm never rude about it probably because I haven't had about a stranger approach me yet. Then I'd probably respond differently.

[laurapearl]

I hate it! I told a coworker that there was already enough touching going on; that's how I got pregnant.

[b4b]

I had a stranger at the store rub my stomach with my second, he actually got offended when I slapped his hand. I didn't even know the guy, it was creepy. People who know me, know to ask and people who don't learn quickly.

[3rdNdone]

I don't mind it because its always family. It's not like it is a stranger off the street. For me its love and support, I know that once the baby gets here that the same people will pitch on and help if I need it.

[Faith_Sarai]

Yes it can be bothersome. Most ppl have asked. So I'm usually laid back about letting them run it. My siblings always poke and rub and recently it has been annoying I turned away from them both just the other day. As I get closer to the end of pregnancy and grow more uncomfy I only want rubbing my tummy

[freechild]

I hate  being touched. On day a male friend touched my tummy and asked if the baby is still inside. I got angry especially since I had a lot of first trimester issues. I can relate to your feelings.

[wavillanueva1]

Ugh. This is what I cannot stand during pregnancy. YES! I know exactly what you mean.  I personally hate when any one other than my boyfriend or daughter touch my tummy. I just dont understand it. I know people mean well when they do it, but I dont understand why they dont stop and all if its ok first.  Its like people dont think that its still a part of your body and they touch it like nothing.  It really makes me uncomfortable.  I think people can tell in my face and they will move their hand.

[organicmama]

I agree that its rude for someone to touch your body without receiving permission first, for any reason at all. Ive been lucky that only one person ever touched my belly without warning, and that was when I was only 2 months pregnant! I think I have given the impression that I don't want to be bothered a lot so people usually keep their distance. I actually wouldn't mind it much if people did ask to touch though, and if she's kicking hard, I'll probably even offer to let them feel, if I'm in a good mood. But I don't think there is anything wrong with letting someone know that you don't want to be touched. A simple "i'm sorry, but please don't touch me, it makes me uncomfortable" should suffice.

[hhays0623]

My mother and sister ASK before rubbing my stomach and they only have asked once when I have mentioned him moving. My mother-in-law doesn't even ask. She just invades my personal space. I don't think it's rude on my part not to like someone touching me. I think it is rude for others to assume it's okay to rub my pregnant stomach without asking.

[4431957757030355318_802_5]

Even I feel uncomfortable when any else except my husband rubs my belly or even touch it.
Sush

[lexiia_]

Why would you hate it??? If your mother or sister rub your belly are you going to tell them to not to rub it ? I think thats rude i mean every women is different. I love when people rub my belly it comforts me, knowing that my son is in my belly and i love seeing him move for people when they rub my belly.

[springblessings2014]

No every body is not allowed to touch my belly I get a  attitude and they can tell I'm mad .  

[2977963317287425679_676_5]

Ooo yes i know how you feel. I have people doing the same thing all the time like at my job they do that to me. But my advice is for people you dont stop there hand before it touches you and for you mother in law just slightly turn and say you dont feel good right now so she wont do it.

[2977963317287425679_676_5]

Ooo yes i know how you feel. I have people doing the same thing all the time like at my job they do that to me. But my advice is for people you dont stop there hand before it touches you and for you mother in law just slightly turn and say you dont feel good right now so she wont do it.