I'm pregnant, 22 dpo, and had several positive tests at 18, 19, 20 dpo, but I can't help but worry that its somehow not really happening, the test lines were light/medium and didn't appear instantly, they appeared within the 3 minute window, but barely. And I have mild cramps off and on, but no bleeding. A nurse at my dr's said that is normal, but I can't help but worry that I will miscarry. How am I going to make it through this entire pregnancy, I worry about everything!
2007-03-04 09:01:51 · 10 answers · asked by ValkyrieSpice 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
You will worry on and off the whole time and then your baby will be born and you'll have new things to worry about! Honestly, this is completely normal. You have a life inside of you and little control over its development, so it is a natural (and caring!) response to pregnancy. Do what you can to keep you baby growing and developing and pray, if you're a praying person.
Taking your vitamins and eating well may help you feel slightly more in control of your baby's development. Also, I founf it helpful to talk to my unborn baby. You'll have to find what works for you. Worry as little as possible because stress won't help, but know that some worry is part of being a good mommy (or mommy-to-be) and you'll make it through somehow! Good luck!
2007-03-04 09:12:40 · answer #1 · answered by Mommy2006 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is very normal. My hubby and I have been trying for 6 years to get pregnant. I found out in the start of Nov I was pregnant. I took 3 hpt test (2 that were +- for positive and one that was = -) 7 days before my missed period. :) After the urine test at the doctors office my hubby was convinced, but it took me a blood test and the ultrasound to be convinced. I was afraid that with the blood test I could have had a false positive and I wasn't really pregnant (the things a pregnant women think) and so I didn't want to be devastated if that was the case. So when the ultrasound showed the baby and the heartbeat, I was excited and relieved. The cramps (minor almost period like) are very normal up until around 12 weeks and then are replaced by cramps (a little different than the first 12 weeks) because of ligament stretching. The cramps in the first 12 weeks are usually due to your uterus enlarging. If there is blood or anything, I would call your doctor. Also, know that worrying with your first or last pregnancies are normal. This is my first as well, and though I am not as worried as the first trimester, I still worry that something could happen. As long as your doctor is not worried then you are okay. Congratulations on your pregnancy and know that the crampy feeling is normal.
2007-03-04 09:23:19 · answer #2 · answered by Kelly s 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had a miscarriage last December and I am pregnant again and I worry about everything now. When you hear the heart beat the odds of a MC go down drastically! I have seen my baby on an ultrasound and seen its heartbeat and I am so relieved after that. Just keep in mind that your body will do what it is supposed to do to make the baby and it will be perfectly fine. Just wait till you hear or see the heart beat, you will forget about all of your worries. Plus stress is really bad for the baby, so try to calm down. Think about something else. The cramping, I was told, is from your uterus growing so don't worry about it.
Congrats' and good luck
2007-03-04 09:08:22 · answer #3 · answered by Brittney U 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
stress is not good for the baby....now having said that try and relax LOL. I was a bundle of nerves with my first son. I was like you and worried the entire time about EVERYTHING... I worried so much that looking back I realized I did not get to enjoy it. Then when I got preg with my second son I let did not worry about anything. It was such a nicer experience. I cant make you relax but I really wish you would so that you dont lose out like I did. Take a deep breath and realize that all the worrying in the world wont change anything so sit back and enjoy the ride of your life.
2007-03-04 09:20:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
You are normal. All women worry during the first pregnancy. As for the cramps, the dr is right you will fill some cramps. They are growing pains. Relax and go with the flow. If the cramps get worse that's usually a sign to relax. Listen to your body and don't over-do-it
2007-03-04 09:10:49 · answer #5 · answered by pattihoe 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get out and go for a walk. Keep doing your daily activities, as long as they do not include skydiving and binge drinking. Laugh a little and remember that all you have to do is sit back and "make a baby" As long as you are healthy and happy your body will be on auto pilot. It is not like making your first cake. . . your first one will not come out half baked and tasting like crap just because it was your first one. . . . Just think. . . lots of first children come out just fine. . . .That is what you need to focus on.
Go to your library and look for some books like
"I'll Never Have Sex With You Again" by Larry Bleidner & Irene Zutell
"Pregnancy Stories" by Cecelia A Cancellaro
"The Girlfriends Guide To Pregnancy" by Vicki Iovine
The best thing that you can do for your little one while they are stil in you is laugh.
My sister in law was a worry wort. . and she got a book that showed everydays developments in the womb. . . that was a bad idea because all she would do is read it and make that development the "worry of the day".
2007-03-04 09:18:40 · answer #6 · answered by Rocka 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think the worry goes away after you get out of your 1st trimister...But i'm 19 weeks almost 20 and i used to worry that i was going to miscarry but then when i got into my 2nd trimister i stoped becuz the doctor told me that when you get into you2 and 3rd then there is a real little i mean little chace you will. Everything will be fine, Try not to worry to much cuz it's not good for the baby
2007-03-04 09:07:25 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your stomache cramping can mean alot of differnt things. Your stomache is expanding. The baby has to fit somewhere. I know it can be very scary sometimes, but if the doctor says your ok, dont worry, because stress can cause a miscarriage.
2007-03-04 09:08:45 · answer #8 · answered by Danielle S 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try to alleviate the stress by taking a walk. Stress is not good for you or your baby.
2007-03-04 09:08:36 · answer #9 · answered by ne11 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have serious questions ask a mother that you trust. I would do the same.
2007-03-04 09:18:36 · answer #10 · answered by Shrimp 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋