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Post by Samantha on Nov 6, 2012 16:57:48 GMT -6
Well after a year of trying and 2 miscarriages I'm finally pregnant and I am freaking out... every twinge sends me plummeting into panic that I'm going to miscarry. How do I manage this stress!? What have been your experiences ladies?
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Post by typninmypjs on Nov 6, 2012 18:13:34 GMT -6
I don't have any words of wisdom, but I was to give you a BIG Congrats!!!!!
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Post by angel22 on Nov 6, 2012 19:06:57 GMT -6
Congrats to you!!!!! I have no idea how to help you deal with the stress, but it is very understandable as to why you are freaking out, though!
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Post by doeeyedgirl on Nov 6, 2012 19:51:49 GMT -6
I have no advice, but I am doing the happy dance for you! You're pregnant!!!! Sending tons of sticky baby dust your way.
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Post by laurac on Nov 6, 2012 19:56:43 GMT -6
Congratulations Samantha! *wiggles fingers* sending you sticky baby calming vibes.
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Post by ladyandrearose on Nov 6, 2012 19:59:10 GMT -6
Congrats! I have been where you are and I vividly remember the fear and the doubts. The biggest thing that gave me peace of mind was asking my doctor was she could do to assure me that baby was okay. after she heard my story, she set me up for an ultrasound right away so we could see the heartbeat. Having her advocate for me was a huge plus.
The other thing that helped was that everytime I threw up I felt baby was just fine. Weird, I know but it worked for me.
Know that these feelings are perfectly normal and to be expected. Relax as much as you can and get your doctors feedback for reassurance. I'm sending you lots of sticky thoughts!
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Post by Samantha on Nov 6, 2012 21:13:56 GMT -6
statistically women who have nausea are less likely to miscarry and I'm not very nauseous at all but I do have more symptoms than the last time I'm pregnant, so that good. Now I'm praying for morning sickness haha! Is slight cramping normal during very early pregnancy? I don't know if I'm being a hypocondriac about it.
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Post by dara1012 on Nov 6, 2012 22:11:23 GMT -6
Congrats, sending you positive vibes that this pregnancy sticks. The positive to remind yourself is that you do have your DD, which means that you know you can carry a baby to term, hang on to that.
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Post by quirky22 on Nov 6, 2012 22:32:30 GMT -6
First, YAY!! CONGRATS!! I am currently 10 wk along, and I have had cramping the entire time so far (it's your uterus stretching!!) and 2 ultrasounds later 2 very strong readings of HB. I am saying MANY MANY prayers for you!!! And I was feeling GREAT until 7 week, then the morning sickness kicked in BAD! Best wishes!!
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Post by momof3anddog on Nov 6, 2012 23:21:27 GMT -6
Yay!!!!! If it helps, I never had a "normal" pregnancy -- miscarried the first at 13 weeks, went into labor two times with second, and only made it to 35-36 weeks with 2nd child; And was on bed rest from 12 weeks on with last pregnancy of twins that I only made it to 29 weeks. I was constantly afraid that I was going to lose my babies -- all of them -- as I did, nearly did, and then again on last pregnancy with twins nearly did again. My doctor with twins had me on regular ultrasounds, both to reassure me, and also for them to track the viability of both and "watch" the one twin who's placenta issues were threatening to make me spontaneously abort the whole pregnancy. It helped alleviate my fears. At about 19 weeks with the twins, I just said, "screw it.... what will be will be" and I just decided to nentally zone out my anxiety/worry for the rest of the pregnancy and follow the very strict guidelines of bed rest that got stricter and stricter as I passed each week milestone of 24-29 weeks. When my doctor said, don't drink ANY soda (diet or regular), or any carbonated drink (including sparkling water) as the carbonation leeches calcium from yours and the babies' bones which are developing, and if you have these twins early, they need every little bit of calcium that they could have possibly gotten into their bones whenever you deliver -- I did it. Sounds extreme, but following their recommendations (even if I thought they were a little weird) then just mentally "letting go" of my worry kept me going -- both for the pregnancy of my twins, the many months of being housebound with them after their 9 weeks NICU stay. I realized then that I can only control my mind, not always what my body does. And wouldn't you know it, I now have a 7-year-old, and two 3-year-olds. They are not perfect, but they are darn good considering what could have been given their early delivery. I know mentally "letting go" of anxiety/worry is so much easier said than done. But if you can find a way to do that -- through yoga, meditation, plain old prayer, therapy, or whatever works for you to do it, try. So hang in there. I hope it goes well for you this time.
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Post by doeeyedgirl on Nov 7, 2012 7:51:40 GMT -6
Have you been in to the doctor for a pg test yet? I know that if you are feeling nervous, some will do a test to test your levels and have you back in a week to test them again. Helps to ease your mind, too.
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Post by bumblebee23 on Nov 7, 2012 8:22:34 GMT -6
Oh sweety I have no advice as I haven't been in your situation but I can only imagine how frightened you are. I was terrified through my entire first pg because I didn't understand what was happening to me and I didn't have anyone to go to for advice. I was paniced the whole time so in a way I understand the stress you are feeling.
I would start by talking to your doctor. Explain the situation to her and she should be able to help a lot. I am crossing my fingers for you and hoping this one sticks! (((hugs)))
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Post by onlyoneboy on Nov 7, 2012 8:31:17 GMT -6
Congrats!!
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Post by alipski on Nov 7, 2012 8:46:14 GMT -6
Woo hoo! That's awesome! I am so happy for you! If it helps ease your nerves a little, I had NO morning sickness with either of my kids. I also bled the 1st few months a bit with DD. Both kids were born and healthy! New place, baby on the way....Good for you, dear!
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Post by Samantha on Nov 7, 2012 9:06:50 GMT -6
Thank you for sharing your experiences, it really eases my mind! I have a strong feeling that this one is here to stay but you know.. all the disappointment from the previous ones makes me hesitant to let myself get too excited. I'm making doctor appointments today!
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