I am due next thursday. I am a college student so I have the summer off and just being home all the time is making me so anxious to have my baby. It feels like all i have is time to just sit around and think of how much labor is going to hurt and stuff like that...I am getting more scared and ppl keep saying that if i go into labor being scared then it will hurt more. Any suggestions on what I can do with my time to keep my mind off how labor?
2006-06-20 03:09:42 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I took up crocheting when i was pregnant. I made scarves to give to friends and family as christmas gifts. Sounds corny but it made the time pass. Also, you can catch up on some naps in between catching up with ur talk shows and soap operas.
Also, now is a good time to wash all the bedding for the baby and the layette clothes as you'll be needing them soon enough. Pack your hospital bag and check and recheck to make sure you have everything (dont forget the camera!!!).
Most of all just enjoy this last week. You'll have alot on your plate soon. And labor isnt that bad. It makes it all worth it once you get to hold your precious little baby.
2006-06-20 03:14:35 · answer #1 · answered by camoprincess32 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was just as nervous about the pain as you are, if not more. I tried doing hypnotherapy to relax a bit. It helped while I was pregnant. Don't listen to any of those horror stories people keep telling you, they are just being mean. All you have to think about is that once you hold your baby in your arms you will have forgotten about anything that happened in your life before that moment. Make sure you do your breathing exercises before your baby comes, it will help relax you a bit too. Do NOT be afraid to take the pain medicine when they offer it to you in the hospital. The epidural will save your life. Once you get that, there is no pain. It will not hurt your baby. They've been doing it for so long that they know what they are doing. It's the best thing to happen to you especially since you've been carrying around this baby for 40 weeks. You deserve some help and rest during the labor part. You'll do great. Good Luck!
2006-06-20 10:16:38 · answer #2 · answered by photomom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't just lie or sit around. Do some walking. It will not only help calm your anxiety, but the exercise the week or so before giving birth will actually help you when you go into labor. When you are at home, work on a craft. I made cork Christmas ornaments when I was pregnant, even though it was springtime. My daughter still cherishes them to this day - 25 years later. Labor is nothing to fear. I had a home birth - no painkillers at all - and the labor was longer than some. I remember every speck of it. The whole process of giving birth is so amazing that the pain becomes secondary to the fact you have created this living, breathing little human. Focus on what he or she will look like and what kind of personality he or she will have. Thinking about the future takes away some of the fear of the immediacy of the birth process.
2006-06-20 10:31:59 · answer #3 · answered by fox598 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for a walk, go baby shopping, get the babys room ready, rent some really good movies...My suggestion, have an epidural, then labor doesn't hurt!! The epidural doesn't hurt either! All you feel is like a bee sting when they give you the shot to numb the area where they put the catheter, and a little pressure when they put it in. NOTHING compared to labor. I have had 4 kids, first 3 without, and last one with. Don't be afraid of it...I was and I could kick myself for it! Good luck, and congrats on your baby!
2006-06-20 10:18:00 · answer #4 · answered by momx4 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Labor is difficult and painful, which is worse if you go into it terrified. I don't know why people think it is ok to scare first time mothers before they go in to have their baby. I find it rude. I hope this helps, labor is a muscle cramp. Pure and simple. And at the end of it you and you alone have brought your baby into light and life. Think of that, your end result. And think of the fact that no one can take away from you the credit of bringing life to the world. A unique little universe that you assisted into being. A person who has shared your heartbeat and warmth for nine months. And you will kiss that tiny face for the first time at the end of your labors. Focus on that kiss coming up and you can do it. And when they remind you to breathe, listen. It helps.
2006-06-20 10:24:17 · answer #5 · answered by rhiannon h 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well 1st off it's not going to hurt more cause you are thinking about it.... you can try to get everything ready for the baby like, washing baby clothes and getting all bottles sterilized, putting everything away and getting nursery ready.... if you have already done that try taking walks or going out with a friend to lunch. Don't be too worried though this is normal most women feel this way when they are getting ready to have a baby.... you could also clean the heck out of the house and baby proof the house so everything is all ready to go... or even pack your bag to take to the hospital, you'll need 1 for yourself and 1 for baby. You could even put together the baby stuff like the bouncer or swing... Good Luck and don't worry everything will be fine!
2006-06-20 10:19:19 · answer #6 · answered by busy mama 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Labor is different for every woman. It is natural for you to wonder how your labor will go. I am almost eight months prego with my third child and find myself obsessing on if this labor will be like the other two. Giving birth hurts, expect it but remember women have been doing it fr ages! You will get through it and there is the epidurial! Good luck to ya!
2006-06-20 10:18:53 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont stress... do you plan on using pain medication? If you do, you shouldnt be in a lot of pain... so dont stress that. Im a week overdue and Im just excited to get it out.... and be a mom! Im uncomfortable, so Im like come on body give me some pain so I can go to the hospital... seems to not want me to. Just think how much fun its going to be to have a brand new baby. Also try to do some stuff around the house. Get everything ready, go shopping... anything you cant do when the baby is here. Keep your mind off of it.
2006-06-20 10:17:24 · answer #8 · answered by JustWondering 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take it this way.You will give birth to new life and that you want this baby so relax it is coming.The pain you will be able to handle but in some cases there is no pain while giving birth.So relax what will happen will happen do not worry about it.Go about your life as usual and try to keep busy .This might keep your mind off the baby a bit
2006-06-20 10:15:55 · answer #9 · answered by anastazia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is a lot of things they can do for pain if it gets unbearable when it happens
also chatting things over with a midwife can help a lot too
i would recommend getting an epidural plumbed into your back before it gets heavily underway when you are in hospital as that all but numbs the pain without putting you out for the count
all the best on your baby BTW - let us know when you have your cherub!
2006-06-20 10:14:03 · answer #10 · answered by Aslan 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋