Having a routine visit to Midwife tomorrow.
Among other things - she is doing a Blood Test.
I'm soo scared of Needles. How do i get over this fear.?
Bringing Hubby with me - to hold my hand
2007-01-13 06:31:33 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Before I got pregnant I was terrified of needles also! I mean, it was bad, I'd pass out or feel faint, and when I was younger I actually kicked a nurse when she was trying to give me a shot, haha! The first time I went to the doctor for my pregnancy I was already 1 1/2 months, so I had to get 6 blood tests, and I swore I was going to die before hand, but once it was over I was fine.
During labor the took my blood twice, tried to give me an IV in one hand but didn't work, so they had to re-do it in my other hand, then an epidural that didn't work that long, so they gave me a spinal block (the needle is a lot bigger than the epidural needle) and they messed up the first time so they had to do it again, and then after they took my blood again! Needless to say I'm no longer scared of needles!!
All you can go is relax, make sure to breathe, squeeze your husbands hand, and look away! Don't look when they take your blood, it makes it a lot worse. And the needle doesn't hurt, it's just a light pinch and then it's over. By the time you have this baby, trust me, you won't be scared of needles nearly as much as you are now, and maybe not at all!.
Good luck, and just remember this is all for your baby :)
2007-01-13 07:11:06 · answer #1 · answered by Huliganjetta 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am right there with you! I black out and have full blown panic attacks when I see needles, let alone knowing they are going to go into ME!
BUT the thing that has really helped me calm down is this- the doctor hooked me up to a fetal heartrate monitor when I went to get blood taken. The babys heartbeat went INSANE. He was basically in fetal distress, because I couldn't deal with a fear. You DONT want to do that to the baby. So, now I just close my eyes, look the other way, and think of something happy- like winning the lottery, lol. They usually give me sedatives when I get bloodwork done, but now being preg, they cant, so they taught me a lesson- I DO NOT want the baby in distress because of a fear I know is sort of silly... but I admit, I do still freak out sometimes... just not as bad as I used to, because I want the baby to be happy and healthy, and not deal with a crazy mom.... good luck, and remember- dont stress out the baby! ;)
2007-01-13 14:40:39 · answer #2 · answered by Melanie C 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Hunny, I hate needles. I cry when I have to have blood work done. Its hard but I just sit there and cry and hold my hubby's hand too. They tried to give me a pill to calm me down, they said it worked but I couldnt tell, I was still teriffied. I wish you all the luck in the world because I know your fear. Good luck and congrats on your baby.
2007-01-13 15:03:58 · answer #3 · answered by kristin h 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well if you are pregnant or are planning on becoming pregnant then you will have your blood drawn on several occasions so just close your eyes and it will be over before you know it. You can also request a butterfly needle and they are what is used on children so they are tiny tiny needles and can barley be felt on adults. I have extremely small veins so they often use those on me and I can't even feel it-good luck!
2007-01-13 14:39:00 · answer #4 · answered by Sakora 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When you go in don't even look at it. Pick a picture on the wall or some other thing in the room and just stare at that. Start thinking about how it was made / painted. Then before you know it it will be all over with.
2007-01-13 14:35:44 · answer #5 · answered by kildarner 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
bad idea to take him, The more fuss you make the more scared you'll be! treat it like brushing your teeth or any other taken for granted task. When he is about to do the deed think of somewhere nice you've been and look away. You will be fine and concentrate on the after and not the before. Listen to these words and you'll be ok.
2007-01-13 14:41:13 · answer #6 · answered by Guigsy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take deep breaths. think about your child, and how this could keep them healthy. Realize that the midwife is there to help you, not hurt you. Take some Tylenol or Advil before she comes. Tell your husband about your fear is he doesn't not already know. hopefully he can comfort you. good luck!
2007-01-13 14:36:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My friend told me about her experience of being afraid of needles. She would literally pass out when getting her blood drawn. She said that she had to resort to a trank to withstand it.
I have to say that if it's just anxiety then you will get through it with your husbands support.
2007-01-13 14:40:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have to relax during it. Just remind yourself that its just a pin prick. IT DOESNT HURT. you know that. Its not a painful experience, its just the thought of it.
Just relax and dont watch. Theres a tiny pin prick, you count to 20 and theyre done. Its only a few seconds out of your life.
Think of all the worse pains you do willingly to yourself. Like, plucking hairs, piercing ears, waxing, working out... those kinds of things. Theyre quite painful, yet you dont have a fit and freak out about it. And having blood drawn is like nothing. If you relax during it you'll realize it doesnt hurt at all. its just the anticipation and feeling so out of control of the situation.
2007-01-13 14:37:10 · answer #9 · answered by amosunknown 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
theres actually two things you can do
one theres a spray they can use to numb the skin
two request they use butterfly needles i think theyre the smallest and dont hurt near as bad as the big needles
2007-01-13 14:57:18 · answer #10 · answered by luckyduck2006 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋