whats it like to give birth? i'm just wondering :)
because later on in life, i do want kids.
but i have asthma and i do have regular attacks when i get out of breath.
do you think this will affect me or my baby later on if i give birth?
im just really worried, i know it may seem pathetic, but what if i get out of breath? No silly answers please, i'm just wondering what it feels like and if it hurts or not? :)
2007-03-20 08:41:36 · 15 answers · asked by delicate hearts, 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
It does hurt, but you really do get over the pain. The best thing you can do is to relax. The more you stress about the pain the worse it will hurt. You don't want to panic or you could get out of breath. Everyone needs prenatal care, but since you have asthma it would be a good idea to talk with your doctor before you conceive. He/She will let you know what to expect and what if any medicines you can or cannot take. As far as I know, women with asthma can have safe pregnancies. Just talk with your doctor about it. If you have a hospital delivery they will be prepared in case you have an asthma attack during labor and your doctor would be the one to tell you whether it is safe or not for you to go through a pregnancy and childbirth.
2007-03-20 08:58:23 · answer #1 · answered by kat 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes it is very hard! It is probably the hardest thing you will ever do in your entire life. And I won't lie, it does hurt. A lot! But there are pain medications you can choose to use if you need them.
However...women with asthma give birth all the time :) you shouldn't worry. When you are pregnant you will be under the VERY direct care of an OB. You will see them once a month in the beginning of your pregnancy and every two weeks towards the end of your pregnancy. They will be able to prepare you for giving birth and they will be able to help you deal with your asthma. When you give birth, you will be in a hospital where they are totally prepared to deal with any sort of complications. There are even certain types of inhalers that are safe for pregnant women to use.
When I was giving birth, they had me on oxygen the whole time.
2007-03-20 08:47:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Remember ever one is different. Some women have a lot of pain because they had a complicated birth, example the shoulders were stuck or something, some women have lots of pain because there not fully developed themselves like under age girl it takes, I 24 and just had a baby it does feel like you have to take a really big poop. The contractions are like cramps. My advice is wall as much as possible it does help, they say first time moms are in labor for hours I only took me 6 to 7 and most of that was waiting on the doctors to get there. Don't worry when that time come you'll be will prepared mentally you have nine month to prepare.
2007-03-20 08:55:55 · answer #3 · answered by Camille 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes it hurts but with the right drugs and mental preparation you can do it(unless medical conditions prevent). For me the worst part was the contractions the acctual pushing them out wasn't as bad as i had worried it would be. I dont think the asthma will be a problem but you will of course descuss all this with your Dr. so relax for now.
All the pain you go through will seem like nothing when they put that angel in your arms for the first time!
2007-03-20 08:59:01 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really does hurt and it is hard work, but given your breathing troubles I would say you may just need the added O2 mask. My labor was like sharp period cramps that were greatly intensified along with pressure, but after I got the epidural I onl felt some pressure. The actual birth was hard, but it was bearable. If you get an epidural the pain is VERY minimal if non-existant. You could also request a c-section, though the recovery is longer. Any how best of luck and I hope you get the family you desire :)
2007-03-20 08:53:19 · answer #5 · answered by d4cav_dragoons_wife84 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you have a good doctor your asthma should not be too big of a factor. As for what is giving birth like? Pain, pain, and lots of pain. Imagine squeezing a watermelon out of a hole the size of a quarter. It hurts. They do have painkillers, but it still hurts-trust me. Don't do the epidural. The pain makes seeing that baby sooo worth it . It is the worst pain and the best feeling in the world.
2007-03-20 08:51:33 · answer #6 · answered by magix151 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
What is with all of the Y chromosomes answering this question. Insensitive bastards have NO idea what birth feels like. lol
It hurts. It hurts a lot. Your body was made for it, though, and you can get through it.
They have meds for asthma for the pregnancy. During your last trimester, sometimes women get short of breath due to the lack of room and the baby pushing on the diaphragm. I would definitely talk to your doc about your options as far as the asthma and pregnancy, though.
As far as the birth itself? It sucks, but it is TOTALLY worth it.
2007-03-20 08:50:39 · answer #7 · answered by <3 The Pest <3 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i dont know about giving birth cause i had an epidural but i've heard without it its HORRIBLE
however labor is PAINFUL
as for your asthma yes it can affect you and the baby
and your child is more likely to get asthma later in life as it is hereditary
as for giving birth with bad asthma problems if you begin to not catch your breath or the doc doesnt think you should have the baby vaginally you can always get a c section (this is much quicker and much easier and much less painful but more risky as they have to cut you open)
2007-03-20 08:49:33 · answer #8 · answered by squeaker 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
well it definitely hurts. Just picture the worst cramps you can get while you have your period. All the pain is right there in front, some women had back labor to, which I did with my son, not fun at all you can't get comfortable at all. They have epidurals now and they work wonders. So pain is minimal. If you asthma is really bad your OB/GYN may opt to do a cesarean section instead.
2007-03-20 08:59:25 · answer #9 · answered by msellie 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It does within the very commencing, truthfully I knew whilst it used to be time to push considering it felt like I needed to make a bowel motion. But once you get began pushing it hurts a heck of plenty extra then passing a rough stool! It's all valued at it finally even though =)
2016-09-05 09:38:25 · answer #10 · answered by bungay 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋