Concerned About Pushing on Abdomen During Pregnancy: Is Baby Safe?

Question
Hi, I read in my pregnancy book that the uterus is just above the pubic bone
now (13 and 1/2 weeks) and that you might be able to feel it. Stupidly, I felt for
my pubic bone and then pushed down just above it. I felt nothing... but now I'm
scared that I have have hurt the baby, or squashed a little part of it! I feel sick
with worry. Could I have hurt the baby?

Answer
Dear Juliet

It is not probable that you have injured the baby unless you had some bleeding following the maneuvre you made. However, i urge you to stop doing so as you will not feel anything if you try to. Only the Obstetrician is able to feel as this needs major experience and practice.

I wish you a safe pregnancy and delivery.

Good Luck