2006-08-09 07:20:05 · 23 answers · asked by volcomgrly23 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Men don't need to answer this ?....I know what happens during labor.
2006-08-09 07:25:32 · update #1
This is your first one, eh?
It is normal to be apprehensive, but try not to worry all the time about it. Go to a few birthing classes so you understand what is naturally happening to you (and your baby) during labor.
Like any journey, it is mind over matter. You can do it! Think positive and GO FOR IT! In the end, you will have your baby so it is all worth it.
2006-08-09 07:27:14 · answer #1 · answered by loaferpost 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I was EXTREMELY scared but it was alot easier than I thought. I did get an epidural and it helped alot because of course its gonna hurt like he!! but I also had alot of back-labor which almost sucks worst but really there is no need to fret. Just think of how many woman do it every minute of the day, what makes you think they are any better at giving birth than you are. And anyways, you will be soooooo proud of yourself when you see the beautiful life that YOU brought into this world that you wont even care about the pain. Plus Im sure you have alot of friends and family there to support you. Another thing that helped me prepare and kinda get an Idea of what things would be like, was taking birthing classes. Now if you have a guy that wont have any part in that kind of stuff, no need to worry, My guy was the same exact way but dont let that stop you from going. My mom was my partner and the classes were cheesy but fun and very educating. Good luck and I know for a fact that you will do just fine at giving birth, it's being a good mom that's a trick now days but most women dont have a problem being a good mother either so you really have nothing to worry about, just take care of your self and your body for now and when that baby gets here, be the best mom you can!!!
2006-08-09 14:35:42 · answer #2 · answered by foxi_brown_eyes 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was really scared at first but it turned out not to be so bad. I was in labor for 3 hours and had the shot, the only painful part was the contractions which feels like really bad period cramps. Take child birthing classes and also if you have the time try yoga. I did yoga up until my 8 month, the doctors says working out helps ALOT. You will be fine just make sure you have alot of ICE.
2006-08-09 16:49:26 · answer #3 · answered by Ambrosia L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I was scared. The contractions really took me by surprise, but I got an epidural and everything was great. Pushing was a little tough, and yes, even though I had an epidural, it still hurt. I am a wimp when it comes to pain though, but when I was pushing, I just thought to myself, I can't stop. There is no way in hell I can back out now! So I just had to do it. The scariest part to me was when they let us out of the hospital. NOW WHAT? The pain was forgotten quickly and like all the moms who have answered, it was well worth it!!
2006-08-09 14:42:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was really scared with my first child because I didnt know what to expect. It was really bad!!I was only in labor 4 hours(which is short for a first child)but it hurt so bad.I didnt have an epidural.But when it was over it didnt hurt anymore. With my second child I had an epidural and it was better. Good Luck and dont worry, women have been doing it forever.
2006-08-09 15:57:17 · answer #5 · answered by tonyagc23 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK, this is easy. You're only 5 months along, right? Well, by the time your ready to give birth, you won't care if they take that baby out with a mellon-baller cause you are so fed up with being kicked and bloated and gigantic. You just haven't had enough time yet...just wait. I think the same thing is true with death. If I don't die by the time I'm 80 or so...I'll just be ready..no fear because there is a time for everything and you have not reached your time yet. Just tell the doctor, "don't let it hurt...and it won't"
2006-08-09 14:28:55 · answer #6 · answered by WODYMAN 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i was scared to have both of my kids, but it wasn't as bad as i thought the pain isn't Constance it starts up the stops. Up in till you give birth all pregnancy's are different so don't listen to all the bad thing keep the good stories in you head I had two boys both my labors were 2 hours from when my water broke till i held them in my hands. just breath and bring something special from your childhood or something like a favorite blanket or animal to help focus. Well good luck with you and your baby
2006-08-09 14:28:02 · answer #7 · answered by Chevy Lover 814 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was terrified, but as soon as I held my first daughter in my arms I forgot all about the pain.
It really isn't as bad as it seems. If it were then there would be a lot of one child families.
All three of my daughters have had 2 children each and the middle one is expecting again in 5 months. They all had the epidural and had no pain at all.
Don't worry you will make it through it and you will be glad you did.
2006-08-09 14:30:03 · answer #8 · answered by nana4dakids 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not that bad! I wasn't scared until I was at the hospital and the doctor was breaking my water to speed things along. I was scared more about what if I wasn't prepared enough for the baby rather than pain. Take a childbirth preparation class.
2006-08-09 14:26:28 · answer #9 · answered by every1lovesamixedgirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every preg is diff., My first kid - I was 3wks over my due date, I was in labor for 5 hrs had an 11lb kid who was 23 1/2 inches long. broke my tailbone and had stiches in the triple digits. My second(7yrs later) I had contractions for 5 minutes, no stiches, and he was 7 lbs,21 in. No pain meds with either. Regardless of the pain, you always remember the experience and you might remember that it hurt, but you forget the pain. It's normal to be scared, but ask for pain meds before and after and listen to your doc, good luck!
2006-08-09 14:29:13 · answer #10 · answered by ghostchaser.christy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋