Emily
Eliana Rodriguez, now 29, recently gave birth to her second child, Sebastian. Despite a healthy pregnancy and baby, Rodriguez’s larger-than-average belly attracted comments like “You are gigantic,” “Are you expecting twins?” and “Is there another baby in there?” Both she and her baby were perfectly healthy, but people often assumed she must be uncomfortable.
“I had large pregnancies; both of my children were born weighing 8.3 pounds. My 3-year-old daughter, Sofia, was 19.5 inches at birth, while my new son was 20.5 inches,” Rodriguez explained.
Rodriguez, a health and wellness entrepreneur in Las Vegas, Nevada, said she wondered why her belly was bigger than others. “My doctors told me it was typical because I am only 4’11” and have a shorter torso,” she said.
Understanding that some people lack empathy, Rodriguez shared, “I am a religious woman and feel sorry for those who use cruel words.”
A large baby bump can sometimes indicate health issues but can also be normal. Rodriguez assured that both she and her baby were in excellent health. She reiterated, “I had large pregnancies; both of my children were born weighing 8.3 pounds. Sofia was 19.5 inches at birth, and my new son was 20.5 inches.”