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To think I can hide this?

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Itstimeforbaileys · 28/04/2024 18:33

For a multitude of reasons, we have made the decision not to tell anybody about my pregnancy until we’ve had the 20 week scan. I can successfully hide this day to day, but this is where the issue occurs.. I’m currently 17 weeks, and I’ve got a spa day planned next week where both my SIL and mum will be there. How the hell will I hide this? My bump is still small enough where i just look a bit bloated, my SIL has never seen me in a swimming costume before so for all she knows I could just normally look this way? I’ll probably get away with it with my mum as she’s not very observant 😂

My second issue is the timing of my 20 week scan, this happens the week before a family members wedding so I need to wear something where I can cover it up as I don’t want to steal focus (and this is one of the reasons why we’re leaving it so late to tell people).

AIBU to think I can pull this off? I already don’t drink so that won’t cause any suspicion, it’s just my appearance that will give me away. Bonus points to anyone who can provide clothing options to successfully conceal!

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JennyTalworts · 28/04/2024 18:45

Good God, why all the cloak and dagger?

I don't imagine even the Virgin Mary went to these ridiculous lengths.

It's simply impossible to 'steal focus' from a bride and groom at their wedding, unless perhaps you turn up naked, riding an octopus.

Moveoverdarlin · 28/04/2024 18:45

I hid my pregnancy till 20 weeks. It was easy. But when you get to the spa and you can’t use the sauna, steam room, jacuzzi or hot tub, it might raise suspicion more than the belly.

Coolblur · 28/04/2024 18:44

An empire line dress works well to conceal a small bump.

Toddlerteaplease · 28/04/2024 18:43

You are overthinking the wedding. It wouldn't take away the focus.

ThreePointOneFourOneFiveNine · 28/04/2024 18:43

You can get some lovely fifties style bikinis that do a great job of hiding my middle aged belly. If you get one with sort of ruffles at the front and serious push up top no one will notice your bump because they'll be too busy staring at your boobs! 😂

TeaKitten · 28/04/2024 18:43

Add on you can’t use the steam room or the hot tub really… it’s pretty obvious

TeaKitten · 28/04/2024 18:43

Depends on your body type doesn’t it. If you are a big overweight then maybe you’ll get away with it. If your a size 8 then you absolutely won’t, unless your family are particularly thick!

Toddlerteaplease · 28/04/2024 18:42

It's going to be pretty obvious so id just tell them.

ZipZapZoom · 28/04/2024 18:41

There's no way you'll be able to hide it at a spa. For starters you won't be able to use some of the facilities which when coupled with the bloated stomach might as well mean you're walking round with a sign above your head saying I'm pregnant.

IncognitoUsername · 28/04/2024 18:39

A skirted swim dress will hide a bump - unless you are known for teeny bikinis in which case it might draw more attention.
Similarly, a floaty dress for the wedding will conceal things.

Prancingponies · 28/04/2024 18:37

Get a skirted swimsuit to go to the spa in? Extra fabric to hide the bump.

dreamfield · 28/04/2024 18:37

AIBU to think I can pull this off?

Dressing gown - sure.

Swimming costume - my money's on "no".

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