pregnant teen?

Question

i am 16 yrs old and i got pregnant by my bf. we used a condom but it must have broken during sex w/out us knowing. i decided to keep the baby and me and my bf r going to raise it together w/ the help of our families. I am really scared of hospitals and needles. whats going to happen when i go to the hospital to have my baby?what kind of preparations will they do? what exactly happens?
how long will i need to stay after birth?

Answer 1

First, you need to get rid of the fear of hospitals. That won't help you prepare any. Your stay in the hospital depends on what type of delivery you have. If you have a c section, you stay about 3-4 days, sometimes less if you heal well and if you have a vaginal delivery, they usually only keep you 24 hours from the time the baby is born. Honestly, you won't even notice the preparations that are happening all around you. Basically, all you notice is when the nurse brings out the little baby crib and gets the hat and blanket available for easy access. The rest of the prep isn't done until you're already ready or almost ready to push which is when they bring in doctors and nurses. Don't let that scare you, they do that for everyone...this way they are prepared for anything. Don't be scared, everything will be fine. You really truly do forget about most of it once you've seen your baby for the first time. I wish you and your boyfriend all the best....congratulations and good luck

Answer 2

You'll be given an IV when you're admitted. Be sure to tell your labor nurse that you're scared of needles. I'll bet she'd be glad to be sure you get the best guy they've got! Some people are so good at it, you don't feel a thing. Other than that, you'll just be there to have a baby. Usually they'll let you and your baby go home 24 to 48 hours after the baby is born. I had twins on a Tuesday and went home Thursday morning!

Basically what happens while you're there:
Most of the nurses, if not all, are going to be very accomadating. It's their job to make sure you and baby are okay, and that you're as comfortable as possible. If you want an epiduaral, tell them. If you're scared of the needle, again, tell them. I've "heard" of the needle, and I told them flat out, I DO NOT want to see that needle! I've had three epiduarals, and I've never seen the needle. I've never felt anything at all! The last time my leg jerked, felt weird, but didn't hurt at all. Other than that, that's all they're going to do to you! You'll have your baby, and a little bit later they'll take the IV out and you're done!

Answer 3

well if u have a normal, vaginal delivery without complications. you will probably get an IV (unless the hospital doesnt make u use one unlike mine which was required) i got induced at one point so they put pitocin in the IV and it quickened my labor. and then after the baby is actually born, (after the contractions are almost over) they cut the cord, do the agphar test (apparance test of the baby to make sure its healhty) and give her/him to you to hold unless for some reason u cant. to breastfeed him/her or ect. and while they are doing the testing they wil help u with the afterbirth which doesnt hurt, the doctor might massage ur stomach some to help with it. and thne they stitch u up if u tore ur perininal area (spelling? the area of skin between the vagina and the anus) and they will give u a anestethic for that. (another needle) but u wont feel it. and they then u will be moved from the labor/delivery room to a recovery room after a few minutes or so. if its the same as my hospital u will stay in there for at 72 hours because u are "high risk" because of ur age. (i was 14 but its not much difference. still high risk) but if u have a csection (and i hope u dont cuz i hear thats a worse recovery) u might want to talk to the doctor about that procedure. (im unclear on it all)

Answer 4

I would suggest taking a childbirth preparation course as u get further along.The class answered a lot of questions that I had,and also take the hospital tour.Everything seems to happen so quickly that u really don't have time to think when u are in labor.The good thing is they only have to put one needle in you for your iv and that stays connected to you throughout labor, in case u need more pain medicine or anything else.The only other needle they would have to insert would be for the epidural.I would do research on the internet about it and also discuss these issues with your doctor,they're there to help...hope all goes well.

Answer 5

I think the best thing for you would be to go to the maternity ward and have a tour, I was 16 when I had my first and I know how scared you are, If at all possible, try to go all natural. You do not have to get a needle and you do not have to take any drugs. I let them give me everything they could my first time and I really regret it, I had my other 2 all natural. Also you and your bf should take parenting classes that way you are not gonna let the families take over

Answer 6

Check with your local hospital and see if they offer Lamaze classes, birth classes, or parenting classes. If they do, take advantage of them and sign up-preferably you and your boyfriend together. This will get you used to the hospital and the professionals who teach the class can give you accurate information for what will happen in your local hospital. Make sure you are going to your doctor for all your prenatal exams and keep your diet and exercise up. Take good care of yourself, because the pregnancy will take a lot from your young body-make sure you are eating enough and the right foods, taking whatever vitamins your doctor recommends, and getting enough sleep. I wish you and your boyfriend and new baby the best. There are many resources available-call your local hospital and they can give you a list. Or, your local Social Services will have resources also.

Answer 7

They always put an IV in, just in case they need to push any drugs, so you will have that, probably in your hand. I was sick when I had my son, but I remember them taking blood all the time. If you have a normal vaginal birth, you will probably be there for about 2-3 days, a little longer if you have a csection. Check out Babycenter.com. They have information on anything and everything you could ever want to know. Good luck. Giving birth is not nearly as bad as people will tell you. I just had my son in October and I am already to have another one.

Answer 8

hey well I got pregnant when i was 16 yrs old to and now my doughter is almost two yrs old and the same as you I was scared but at the school where i was going at they offered parenting clases for us. That helped alot. But dont get scared everything is going to be ok. when you get there they are going to ask you alot of questions they are going to prepare you to have your child by this time you should already be in labor about 3-5 cenimeters anyway I lasted 29 hours in labor but every body is different well good luck!!! if you need anything write to me.
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Answer 9

Ask your doctors nurse for information. They can explain more. If not contact your local hospital and they have class's that will help you prepare for it. I wish you luck. I am scared of needles and pain. I always remember that the pain is only part of it, because after you have a wonderful child.

Answer 10

It depends upon the individual case. If you have a ceas'n then you won't realise anything but if it is normal delivery by labour pain, it is embarrassing lying n'de in labor room. You should search regarding delivery in goggle and know the details.