For moms out there?

Question

I read a lot of questions about women being absolutely terrified of labor (and rightly so!) but when I was pregnant with my first son (a vaginal delivery) I was thoroughly excited about labor. I was a little apprehensive of the pain (esp. after my contractions started) but even so, I was just so excited about being able to push him out and meet him, I didn't really care so much about the pain, etc.

Is anyone else out there like me? More excited and anxious about meeting your baby than you are scared about the pain?

Answer 1

I was so excited and ready for the pregnancies to be over with that I have to agree with you. I was more anxious to meet my babies. I had 3 vaginal births and 1 c-section. The C-section was worse. I would rather have my pain up front than lasting for 4 weeks. Were all afriad of the unknown. Your real fear should be toddlerhood and sleepless nights. I would rather go through the pain on childbirth than a temper tantrum at the grocery store!!

Answer 2

I Have To Totally Agree With You .. Before My Daughter Was Born I Did Hear Stories Of How Much Pain That Could Be Involved When I Gave Birth To Her. But When It Came Time For Me To Have Her I Worried Less About The Pain And Became Way More Excited In Meeting My Daughter ... Now That Was 12 1/2 Years Ago But Today She Is The Love Of My Life And My Best Friend So With Or Without The Pain Giving Birth Is A Gift And Meeting Your Baby For The First Time Is The True Gift Of Love ... Would I Do It Again Without A Doubt I Want To Have More Kids Just When The Time Is Right And In No Way Would Labor Pains Ever Be A Reason For Me Not To Want To Have More Kids.

Answer 3

I was excited... I figured people have been doing it for thousands of years so why couldnt I? I had a 8 lb 13 oz (1 month early) baby girl... in the backseat of a car... no we didnt make it to the hospital in time. My friend that was due about the same time was freaked out about delivery and was in labor for 36 hrs.

Answer 4

I was so excited about giving birth (granted it still hurt like heck) but I was never scared. Alot of other women think I'm crazy because I actually asked the Dr to place a mirror in front of me so I could watch my son being born. It was the best experience it my life. I couldn't wait to meet this little man that was growing inside of me.

Answer 5

I had no fear of pain or labour, but I was mostly anxious about dying giving birth or there being complications and something happening to my baby. (My friend felt exactly the same as me. She hadn't met anyone else,who was convinced she was going to die giving birth)

for the record, I didn't die and had two healthy babies. Although I did have complications. First was emergency c section, and second was ventouse delivery. But I think its just natural to have some worries when your pregnant.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

I thought I was the only one! I absolutely loved the labor and delivery of all three of my daughters. Although the pain was horribly intense and uncomfortable, they were the most exhilirating experiences of my life. I wish I could do it over and over again because it's just so amazing!

Answer 8

I am 35 weeks and scared and this is my second.I am more scared now of that pain than before because now i know what to expect.I have never felt like i was dying until then my epidural did not work so i felt everything plus got episiotomy.It was so painful I will never forget.I love my child and can't wait to see this one but dread that pain.

Answer 9

I was the same way. Mind you, I had wonderful words which followed me into the final part of my pregnancy, which were "millions of women have done this for thousands of years, and you are at least as strong as half of them". And, despite how much you think people are lying, the pain does seem to dissipate the minute you hold your child in your arms.

Answer 10

Yeah I know there will be pain but I am really anxious about seeing our new baby as well that the pain really does not effect me much.