I just delivered my first child via emergency C-section in June 2006 and I just found out today that I am 4 weeks pregnant AGAIN! I am so stupid because one careless encounter with my husband has led to another pregnancy so soon! My husband is thrilled, but I am worried sick. Has anyone else out there been through this? I am worried about delivering a healthy child, uterine rupture due to pregnancy so soon, how I am going to care for two babies so close in age, and a thousand other things. Anyone out there that has been through this, I would love to hear from you!
2006-10-23 15:23:19 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
My cousin's baby was only six weeks old when they conceived their second child. While it is not ideal since your body hasn't been able to restore itself, it's going to be okay. Take your vitamins, rest when you can, listen to your body and your doctor, and you will be just fine. My cousin and his wife weren't thrilled about the news, but they are very happy with their "Irish twins" now. You will be glad when they are a couple of years old and can entertain each other. Until then, take help wherever you can get it! Congratulations to you and your family! Try to realize this is a blessing and a gift.
2006-10-23 15:36:33 · answer #1 · answered by Tonya H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So, I'm guessing that you had that encounter with your husband just as soon as you were able to after the birth of your first child. It happens more often than people think, and it is so easy to get pregnant after giving birth because your hormones are all out of sorts, that is why they stress using protection during that time. I have known many women that have stressed over the same things, but they all had healthy pregnancies even given their situations. You will find a way to work the rest of it out, don't stress so much, as it is not good for you right now! GOOD LUCK!
2006-10-23 22:35:18 · answer #2 · answered by Donna G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I had 5 children in 7 years and all were single births, but if you keep going, you'll beat me! This does happen...and it DID happen to the two of you. I believe that you should address all of your questions and concerns to your OB-GYN. I think you will have a healthy baby, if YOU are healthy. The uterine rupture question goes directly to your OB - take no one else's word for it! And can you care for 2 babies? Of course, though right now I bet it seems impossible because of your fatigue and the newness of it all. Remind hubby, you'll need some extra help...extra rest...extra special TLC! Maybe you'll need someone to help clean for the next couple months (or years!). Take it easy, honey and remember how blessed you are - even at 2 am!
2006-10-23 22:35:10 · answer #3 · answered by KathieJo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am laughing very hard!!!!!! Not at you but with you because I did just about the same thing. I will tell you that every birth is different and you really should have your doctor look at your uterus and see just what he or she thinks,I had a healthy birth and both my children are healthy and happy. It's hard at first to attune yourself to a different rutine but trust me you will make it,Don't let anyone discurage you.It's kinda hard to keep from doing what comes so natraul to you as a married couple, Most women are not married and they just have babie after babie and for the most part they have no right putting you down when they probably don't know the father of their children let alone girls that don't have kids should not answer this question!!!
2006-10-23 22:32:12 · answer #4 · answered by onesongtwotall 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well congratulations! But you have nothing to wory about, its completely normal. After a woman gives birth, shes a lot more fertile, and can easily get pregnant again. Mainly because pregnancy hormones take a while to be flushed out, and often leae you a lot more able to conceive. This lasts for up to 5 months in some cases
2006-10-24 09:04:05 · answer #5 · answered by sassedangel 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you checked with your doc? If he/she says you are ok then everything will be fine. My children are 17 mos apart but both were vag births with minimal complications. The only thing here that would concern me is the emerg. c section but it is perfectly normal to have kids so close. I personally loved it. Both were out of diapers around the same time. Some things were hard but now that they are older they have eachother to play with. And I will be less than 40 when they graduate! yippie! Always look on the bright side!
2006-10-23 22:28:58 · answer #6 · answered by www.lindseysmith.pureromance.com 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Brittney spears got pregnant when her baby was 3 months old, she also had a c-section. hire an nanny or invite family member to come stay with you. lots of people deal with multiple babies [parents of twins or trplets so think of it like that. Plus being so close to age they will grow up freinds.Good luck and have fun. plus me and my sister are 7 years apart and I feel more like her mother than her sister,I would have loved her only 1 year younger
2006-10-23 22:31:09 · answer #7 · answered by babygirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
relax mom. and congratulations!
Your worries are legitimate, but I'm sure you will pull through with flying colours.
Believe it or not, this happens more often than you think. I know several families who have children 10, 11, 12 months apart - it's not unheard of.
Now - please get as much rest as you can, caring for your little one now - I'm sure s/he sleeps alot - so you rest when s/he rests - get it? that's an order! you need to heal, you need to eat right, you need to get out and walk, and recruiting some help wouldn't hurt either
May God bless you with a healthy pregnacy, healthy 2nd child, and continued health for yourself and your little family!
(PS - get pappa to do the laundry and dishes - EVERY DAY)
2006-10-23 22:27:56 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have not been through this but I do have a 20 month gap between children and in all honesty that wasn't enough. I feel so bad for you I don't know what I would do if it were me but you will get through it fine especially if you have an understanding hubby who will help you out.
2006-10-23 22:26:39 · answer #9 · answered by Abs 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
congrats! no i have not had kids since i am not married and still in school bu one of my co-workers at work did that and it was crazy but she now gave bith to the baby with out any complications. each woman is different-body wise- and therefore you might or might not have problems delivering your baby!i hope that helped
2006-10-23 22:31:18 · answer #10 · answered by icycrissy27blue 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋