Moody First-time Mom-to-be

knottied9d099c6a3aa24bb

Hello Ladies

I am 35 years old, turning 36 in April. This is my first pregnancy and to say that I'm anxious is an understatement!

I found out thanks to my reliable period, which obviously didn't show up this month. I waited to be 11 days late before buying two pregnancy tests. The first one was negative, which was confusing and disappointing. Seeing that one line made me realize just how much I want this baby. I tested again four days later and it was positive!

I'm six weeks and four days today, estimated due date is October 14. I haven't scheduled my first appointment yet. Only my partner and mother know. I'm waiting for the second trimester to share the good news.

I'm concerned due to my age and because, following my doctor's advice, I've had to stop medication for my heart and clinical depression. My partner works far from me, I see him twice a month. I haven't seen him since I found out. It gets really lonely but I'm grateful that he is supportive and thrilled about the pregnancy (he's already got baby names lined up).

I don't have morning sickness, just headaches and mood swings. I had a mild altercation with a woman at the grocery store today. I laughed it off day, yesterday she probably would have made me cry and Wednesday? Well I'm pretty sure I would have felt like punching her. This is not me, I'm used to being in control of my emotions. This has been the most frustrating symptom so far.

blueberrylemonade12

You’re not alone! I’m normally pretty even keeled but I find myself getting irritated with my toddler, and tearing up at songs on the radio or news stories. I definitely notice that it’s worse when I’m more fatigued and I’m trying to prioritize rest as much as possible to help with that. 

knottied9d099c6a3aa24bb

Did you experience the same moodiness with your toddler?

blueberrylemonade12

Not that I remember! I had horrible morning sickness though and was pretty preoccupied with trying to avoid throwing up all the time. This pregnancy I’ve had some nausea on and off but nothing like my first one. 

knottied7dd7e0045fb2b3a

Seek advice asap from an OB regarding depression meds. Stopping those too quickly can be dangerous. Many antidepressants are safe in pregnancy, particularly if they were used before becoming pregnant. 

optic-lazor

You’re definitely not alone!! My due date is also October 14th!! ((: but I have been experiencing strong mood swings too and I feel bad when I get really mad or upset at my partner. Sometimes I feel like I’m in a great mood and then the next I’m balling my eyes out over a sad video on Instagram lol and then the next I’m ready to fight some people at work lol. I’m also trying to grasp better control of my emotions. It’s hard! But whenever I feel myself starting to feel negative emotions or like I’m about to go crazy, I’m trying to become more aware and take moments to myself before I blurt something out or have those negative thoughts. I’ve also asked my partner to help me with this by pointing it out and letting me know kindly that I’m being out of pocket. He’s very understanding and supportive about it all so having someone to help keep you in check also helps. It’s hard for me to do it myself most of the time though because my partner works long hours and we never have off days together so we don’t get a lot of time together. So I completely understand how lonely it feels sometimes. You’re not alone sister!