am onli 16 am am 4 weeks pregnant am scared of giving birth. is it a scary thing? is it sore?...xx
2007-01-03 23:41:30 · 26 answers · asked by natalie g 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
Read up as much as you can and talk to your midwife and go to the antenatal classes so you know exactly what to expect. That way, you won't be scared of the unknown.
For me, it wasn't scary. I just did it - you have no choice as the baby is going to come out one way or the other! It was difficult and I had lots of drugs to help me through but believe me, it was so worth it. I am going to be doing it again - probably around the same time as you!
Make sure you have lots of people around before, during and after, who love and support you. Good luck!
2007-01-03 23:45:48 · answer #1 · answered by xaulleo 2 · 5⤊ 1⤋
I'm not going to lie to you, giving birth is a scary thing. I have given birth 4 times and will do so again in May.
It is a painful experience but, there are things that the Dr. can give you to make you more comfortable. You can get Stadol which I had and it didn't do anything for the pain . I did have an epidural and that is what I am going to have again because if I can be comfortable then why wouldn't you want to. Also, the more relaxed you are the faster and easier you'll give birth. After you hold your precious little baby you'll say that it was all worth it. Good luck to you.
2007-01-04 00:28:49 · answer #2 · answered by ws_422 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was 16 when I was pregnant with my first. Its not scary just painful. Try not to scare yourself so early on. I'm not going to lie it does hurt but there are many different things doctors can do to ease the pain and if you have an epidural you won't feel anything. You won't be sore after.
And as soon as the baby is out all the pain goes away and give a couple of weeks and you'll be good as new and not remember what the pain was like.
If the pain was that unbearable people wouldn't keep having babies. You might be one of those lucky ones who doesn't even relise there in labour.
Congratulations!!!!!
2007-01-03 23:53:01 · answer #3 · answered by meme 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Giving birth is an experience which is scary but it is worth while in the end .Do all the ante natal classes as they help you prepare for the experience ie breathing techniques .. dont listen to the horror stories as every bith is individual .Think about a birth plan which will enable you to stay in control dont worry too much and do research good luck and enjoy being pregnant it has its up sides you can eat loads of ben and jerrys and say the baby is craving good luck xxx
2007-01-04 00:05:43 · answer #4 · answered by sammie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to some people who have given birth who are likely to give a sensible rendition (not the 36 hour labour, blood everywhere, nearly died shock horror type stories - these are rare.)
You could practice some relaxation techniques - there are some good ones on the NCT website. Also go along to your antenatal classes as recommended by your midwife as I found their techniques very helpful. (thought i would want an epidural but gave birth naturally twice with no pain relief!!)
Your library should also have some books you could lend.
Above all rmember that if childbirth was so awful then the human race would have died out by now!
Good Luck.
2007-01-03 23:58:15 · answer #5 · answered by bottomburps 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
After being pregnant for 40 weeks (especially the last 3 or so) you don't care anymore you just want your baby to hold. It is painful to give birth but not enough to put you off. You always have the option of pain relief. Best if you organise it with your hospital in your birth plan so that they have it all ready & are not fumbling round in the middle of your labour trying to get a drug order or the actual drug when you really need it.
2007-01-03 23:54:34 · answer #6 · answered by Mishell 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Do not listen to all the stories people tell, because they usually only tell horror stories of labour and birth. No ones are the same. Some woman have a hard time and others it isn't too bad. It all depends on your own body and the baby. But however it happens when you have the baby in your arms and you look at that beautiful face you will realize whatever happened to get him or her here was all worth it
2007-01-04 00:21:14 · answer #7 · answered by mandy 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is scary but when you're there you just get on with it. Do what feels good for you at the time. If you need pain relief take it and don't get persuaded that a fully natural birth is the one and only thing to do. Listen to your midwife, she has lots of experience. Do as she advises and everything will be fine. Good luck. (they say that it's easier for younger mothers anyway).
2007-01-03 23:58:59 · answer #8 · answered by ribble_girl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a bit scary but most of all it is very painful. I don't want to mislead you so it's better that you know the truth. You should read everything you can about it so you know what to expect. Ask your doctor questions, ask your mom ask anyone. I had a child when I was sixteen and I know it's scary. I hope you have lots of support as I did not. I was very alone and would not wish that on anyone. If you'd like to e-mail me I'd love to talk with you more. cinncycinda@yahoo.com
Best of luck!
2007-01-04 01:11:10 · answer #9 · answered by cinnycinda 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i was 19 when i found out that i was pregnant and it was scary for me as well. i think every women whatever there age gets scared about giving birth! for me the labour hurt but its a pain you can deal with, and you know that its worth it for what you will gain at the end of it! it wasn't that bad because i went on to have another one. you forget about all the pain once you see your little baby. so good luck and don't worry you'll be fine x
2007-01-03 23:51:42 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋