June 2015 Moms

~*~Getting close to the big day and terrified*~

with my son almost 5 years ago, I had the most traumatizing labor and because of it I have PTSD about giving birth again. I developed Chorioamnionitis during labor which is very dangerous and I am so terrified it will happen again since it's more likely to repeat. To make matters worse my husband might be out of town if I go a week before my scheduled cesarean and guess looking for anyone who has also had the infection before and delivered "easier" the 2nd time around. Beyond stressed to the point they might just put me under as anxiety and stress can cause even worse complications per the anestesiologist.

Re: ~*~Getting close to the big day and terrified*~

  • I don't have any experience with this, but sending you thoughts and prayers for a gentle birth free of complications. You may look into hypnosis for a fear clearing session or a therapist to talk about this before too long. It may help with the anxiety. Good luck.
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  • I'm not sure what that is but I hope it doesn't happen again. My husband tells me to speak things away. Kinda like positive self talk. It works for me (not 100% and I'm not saying its medical or anything) but I've been off diabetes meds and lupus treatments for two years now and I did not go into labor early like they said I would. It helps ease the fear at least. He flips if I say "my ___" and has me take it back. T&P for a safe delivery!!!!
  • Sammy KSammy K member
    I didn't have a similar experience but I had a traumatic labor and have been dealing with PTSD as well. Talking with a therapist, making a plan, and having a support system have helped me immensely. From what I've learned, with labor-related PTSD, having constant support is one of the biggest ways to have a positive outcome the next time around.

    I hope you're delivery is smooth and complication free. I also hope you find a way to relieve your anxiety and fears. Best wishes to you.
  • Sammy K said:

    I didn't have a similar experience but I had a traumatic labor and have been dealing with PTSD as well. Talking with a therapist, making a plan, and having a support system have helped me immensely. From what I've learned, with labor-related PTSD, having constant support is one of the biggest ways to have a positive outcome the next time around.

    I hope you're delivery is smooth and complication free. I also hope you find a way to relieve your anxiety and fears. Best wishes to you.

    I think that's the biggest problem I don't have support this time around. My father decided he wanted to take a vacation the week of my csection and there is a chance my husband won't make it if it's the week before(if I go into labor early) because of a work trip and I do not have any other family. I've been at my lowest and now have developed depression from this which had triggered my PTSD. I'm so terrified that it will go south again and I won't have the bonding moment with my son and no one there. My husband doesn't understand how I feel and my father has always been insensitive. My doctor feels terrible because he doesn't even know what to say. It's suppose to be an amazing moment in life and I have so much to worry about that the joy is gone. Sorry for the negative response just everything keeps falling apart.
  • I know it's late in the game, but maybe try hiring a doula for support? That is literally what you hire them for. We have a fabulous one, she has a great energy about her and I'm excited for her to attend my birth. You call them when you go into labor and they'll come to you and labor with you. They usually are allowed in the OR if they are your support person (like if your husband wasn't there if you went early). Maybe check with your hospital and ob on their policies and if they have recommendations.
    Good luck and praying for you!
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