I was told about 7 moths ago that i have diastasis recti from my first pregnancy (almost 4 years ago). could this be causing me to be showing earlier with my second pregnancy? i already look like i am much further along then i am and people are already

Yes: This could make you show earlier, due to the defect in the abdominal musculature

Maybe: It's common to how earlier for subsequent pregnancies, but diastasis recti may contribute. This is when the connection between the rectus muscles (six pack) thins and spreads out. This looks like a long bulge in the middle between the umbilicus and breast bone only when you are doing a sit up, or participating in a limbo contest. It's not dangerous, and rarely if ever causes symptoms.