Woman not actually Pregnant

[summer_in_greece]

At my work, I always try to be friendly with customers. So this lady came by and I helped her out and as she looked pregnant. Her belly was round and big, and I thought she was 5-6 months pregnant. So I asked her "When are you expecting?" She responded that she was not expected...oops...that was a big mistake. Oh well. I apologized and immediately walked away. Was this really a big mistake?

[I_love_rain_hugs_and_you]

LOL. Don't worry about it!!

[MetallicAguy]

XD. Maybe she just has some extra baggage? . I used to be able to puff my stomach out like I was pregnant. And I'm a thin type of guy lol.

[RandomAdvisor]

You're probably not the first person to make that mistake with her. I wouldn't worry about it.

[sidehop]

I wouldn't worry about it but I'm sure she was upset LOL!

[mgirl]

Thatls halarious! I've actually gone to do the same thing myself

[duchesstigerlily]

Dont worry...this happens but maybe there should be general rule where you dont ask someone *when* they are expecting...just *in case* they arent. No point in making someone feel bad about themselves...no worse a feeling then that.

[Minty80]

Yep, word to the wise, NEVER just assume a woman is pregnant.

[RayKay]

Yup you are not the first to ever make that mistake, but in the future DON'T assume a woman is pregnant...and I feel bad for saying this but - especially if they are "larger" women, as it is generally harder to tell if it is a pregnancy or extra fat.

 

I am sure she was offended, but don't worry about it right now...if it was extra weight maybe you will be the one that set her off to a new lifestyle..who knows.

 

If the woman is quite slender though and looks like her belly is going to pop at any second, she may very well be pregnant though and if she is buying diapers and baby bottles, it MAY be safe to assume she is

[annie24]

hehehe - Yup! Big mistake! hehehehehe... funny though. It's classic. You're not the first one to do something like this and you won't be the last. I guess you have learned never to ask that question again!!!

 

hmm... maybe this will inspire her to hit the gym....

[duchesstigerlily]

Or maybe the poor woman has a health condition and hitting the gym wont make a difference. I think this has more to do with being sensitive to other's feelings and less to do with inspiring someone to lose weight.

[annie24]

You are absolutely right. Yes, she may have a medical condition. You're right - it's more about being sensitive. Thanks duchess!