I am 19 and pregnant. We were engaged b4 we found out and still happily together. What should I expect along the way?? Is labor as bad as every1 says?? That's what scares me and he's like everything will be ok. Will life ever be the same for me again?? Will he still get to live alittle?? Is it wrong to be afraid of childbirth cuz that's how my bff died??
I'm a vegetarian and 5'1 and like 100lbs. Will I ever get my gymnastics/surfing/lax/snoboarder tonedbody back??
2006-11-30 14:26:27 · 9 answers · asked by Amabell 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Will he eventually become worried??
2006-11-30 14:30:11 · update #1
What if the risk is high that the baby will be premature?? Should I be worried??
2006-11-30 14:33:29 · update #2
First of all, he's probably worried a little already, that's normal, but trying to reassure you. Glad you're still happy together by the way.
Labor is different for everyone and yes it's painful, but don't listen to everyone's horror stories. Being afraid will only make it worse. Keep in mind that there are TONS of options for pain management during labor and delivery. I had an epidural and was completely numb from the waist down. Easy as pie.
Life will never be the same again, it will be better. You will both still get to live a little, and when you get home there will be a georgeous baby there for you to enjoy. If you're already in as good shape as you sound like you are, then the chances are that you'll get your bod back easy.
IT IS NOT WRONG TO BE AFRAID OF CHILDBIRTH. Everyone is, don't let them fool you. Just go into it prepared, read about it, study breathing techniques, whatever works for you. I'm very sorry about what happened to your friend. Just remember that things like that don't usually happen.
Good luck!!!
2006-11-30 14:40:20 · answer #1 · answered by susiemama 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi. It is amazing how much you sound just like I did when I was 19. I had my 1st child at 19, i was also a gymnast, and the same height/weight as you. I know that everyone experiences different things throughout pregnancy and after. It sounds like you are in good health and take care of yourself. Healthy eating and exercise are good while you're pregnant and it is easier to get your toned body back if you do those things while pregnant. You will probably have all kinds of worries along the way, and also some of the greatest milestones of your entire life. Labor is different for everyone. For me labor was not terrible, nor all that painful. (I now have two children) You do have options for drugs to ease labor pains. Everything will be different for the rest of your life. You will have another human being depending on you solely for everything, but that does not mean that you can't go out, have friends, go to school, work, or things like that. It is not wrong to fear death from childbirth. That was my biggest fear throughout both pregnancies--honest. Did your friend have complications with her pregnancy? Is there a history of that in your family? Do you have risks for that because of certain health problems? It is definatley something you should talk to your doctor about. My doc made me feel a ton better. I wish you the best! =)
2006-11-30 22:42:43 · answer #2 · answered by Joyous 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Labor isn't that bad. If you're worried about it get an epidural and most likely you'll have little or no pain. By the end of your pregnancey you'll be very ready to have the baby and look forward to labor, but it's not easy either. And having a baby does change everything. You're freedom is limited and you'll have a great deal more of responsibilty. You'll also have to grow up faster then your friends, and may even lose some, but that all comes with having a baby, but if you have a good family they'll help you out and you should still get to keep some "freedom".
Sense your so young, most likely you'll get your body back shortly after having the baby...but most likely you'll have to work at it like everyone else.
2006-11-30 22:53:20 · answer #3 · answered by Lena 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had my first at 18 and I was 110 too. Perfect body. Now Im 22 and have stretch marks and am still in the 140s. But I kinda just gave up. Don't let me get you down. My best friend totally opposite still little and no stretch marks. It just depends for different people. Buy some mederma!
Good Luck and Congrats!
2006-11-30 22:32:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey, calm down, labor is not so bad, u just got to breathe in nose and breathe out mouth...deep breaths during labor.
And yes for sure u will get the toned body back if not better.
Eat the right foods, folic acid foods, b vitamin foods, total,
U will be okay.
2006-11-30 22:31:49 · answer #5 · answered by sunflare63 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
why do people waste other people's time with questions?. i thought you were genuine when i answered your last question but then i checked your others, how can u be still at school when your 19 pregnant engaged with a house of your own????....and your b/f cheats stop being so ridiculous
2006-12-01 08:19:33 · answer #6 · answered by rachie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your life will never be the same again - but I wouldn't trade my kids for anything in the world. Best of luck to you.
2006-11-30 22:47:23 · answer #7 · answered by Ms. K 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well not bad at all. but you will have a child to take care of so you will have less free time when you did what you did you took on the responsibility. sorry but true best of luck .god bless you
2006-11-30 22:37:01 · answer #8 · answered by Jada A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no
2006-11-30 22:27:55 · answer #9 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋