Jennifer Lopez “freaked out” about the weight she has gained

Pregnant singer Jennifer Lopez is reprotedly "freaked out" about the amount of weight she has recently gained.

Lopez, 38 - who is believed to be around five-months pregnant with her first child, has said she is thrilled to be expecting - but is horrified how quickly her waistline has expanded.

A source is quoted by an Indian newspaper as saying: "She is huge and freaking out. She has already put on more than 42lbs and isn't that far gone. Her face has become really puffy from retaining a lot of water."

The 'Jenny From The Block' star has now made a vow to put her career on hold and keep a low profile until she gives birth to the child, by husband Marc Anthony, in the spring.

The source added: "She plans to do a Victoria Beckham now and hibernate for the last few months. You won't be seeing much of her in public from now on."

Last week, J.Lo fuelled speculation she is expecting twins by buying matching pink and blue romper suits embroidered "princess" and "prince".