Motherly
Why pets snuggle pregnant bellies: what experts say
A viral TikTok shows pets kneading a pregnant mom’s belly as her baby kicks back—experts explain why pets are often drawn to baby bumps.
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Feline Instinct: Cats Mysteriously Knead Pregnant Belly, Baby Kicks Back
A recent viral video shared by user @brownsfam has captured the attention of millions, showcasing a peculiar yet tender interaction between two cats and a pregnant woman's belly. The short clip, uploaded on August 19, 2025, from the US, depicts a grey cat standing on the visibly pregnant abdomen, rhythmically kneading, while a black and white cat rests nearby.The video's on-screen text highlights the unique aspect of the situation: "POV: your woken up to your cats doing this while you baby boy kicks them back." The author's accompanying caption further expressed curiosity, asking, "Can someone please explain this they do it every night and google doesn’t have a answer for me..?"The video, which has garnered over 3.3 million views and 372,300 likes, sparked a lively discussion in the comments section. Viewers offered various theories and shared personal anecdotes. One popular explanation, supported by several users, suggests that cats often knead pregnant bellies due to sensing movement, warmth, or hormonal changes, likening it to a comfort behavior. "Cats will often knead the belly of a pregnant queen (female cat) as well. Other cats can sense movement, warmth and even subtle hormonal or scent changes," one commenter explained. Another user humorously remarked, "They’re making biscuits but wonder why the dough keeps rising."The phenomenon, while seemingly unusual, appears to be a natural display of feline affection and instinct towards an impending new family member.
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"Що відбувається": майбутня мама помітила дивну поведінку кішок (відео)
Вагітна жінка помітила незвичайну поведінку своїх кішок. Вихованці щоночі розминають її живіт, а малюк відповідає їм рухами.
Newsweek
Pregnant mom wakes up to cats on baby bump—can't believe what they do
One commenter joked: "They are telling their new best friend to hurry up."
