Dr. Appt. - Let me whine

kylayton

I feel like I haven't whined this whole pregnancy on the board, so please excuse me while I do so.

I had my 38 week appointment yesterday.  Although I felt good going in, apparently I was hormonal.  I weighed in and after seeing that I had gained 9 pounds in 2 weeks, I felt myself battling the lump in my throat. I got to the room and told the nurse I was sorry, but I was going to cry.  She was really sweet.  She then took my blood pressure and it was dangerously high which freaked me out. 

By the time my OB had come in, I thought I had regained my composure. He asked how I was feeling and I instantly started sobbing again.  I felt like such a dork.  He was really kind and said I wasn't the first or last person to ever cry in his office.

Then he checked me. No dilation, effacement, or softening of the cervix.  Started to choke up again.  I don't know why that is so disappointing.  I shouldn't be surprised.  He had me lay on my side for 5 minutes to have my blood pressure re tested.  20 minutes later, I got up, got dressed and the nurse finally came in.  Blood pressure was a  little lower but still too high.  He set an induction date for December 5th.  I asked him what the odds are that I would go into labor on my own before then and he said slim to none. I go back next Monday and we will adjust things if needed.

 I am trying not to be sad. I just wish things were going perfectly, but I know there's no such thing.  I am just upset with myself.  I had a lot of questions and didn't ask them because I was going to break down again if I talked. This is lame but I didn't want my doctor to think I was a baby. 

Please tell me I'm not alone.  Has anyone else cried or been sad at their appointment? 

InTheSun

I've cried so many times at my OB that the last time I went I DIDN'T cry and she commented that it was nice to see me without crying.  We were having some complications and I was really scared...now that we have a plan I'm much better and I don't cry.

BrigitteO

I have also cried at a few of my Dr appointments. I felt so bad about crying and the more I tried to stop the more it would come out - almost to the 'ugly crying'! Once my Doctor soothed me down with kind words and reminding me that this was a normal part of it all I was able to get it under control however I did start up again when I got back to the car! Oh well! Try not to stress about it, you are NOT alone on this one!   

kylayton

InTheSun:

I've cried so many times at my OB that the last time I went I DIDN'T cry and she commented that it was nice to see me without crying.  We were having some complications and I was really scared...now that we have a plan I'm much better and I don't cry.

I was going to say I'm glad I'm not the only crier, but I'm sorry you've cried too.  It's emotional.  I'm glad your plan has made you feel better!  

indomesticbliss

I balled my eyes out 2 weeks PP with my first. I had an infection from some "skid marks" left by LO's delivery that got way out of hand and all of my milk had dried up thanks to my body trying to get healthy. I was trying to get LO to latch on and he was screaming hysterically-which led me to totally break down for about 20 minutes.

My midwife said the same thing your dr did-not the first to do it, won't be the last.

jesselayne8

I cried my eyes out at 2 appointments.  One was at the MFM discussing whether or not to get the triple screen.  I didnt want to but DH did.  She mentioned the word "terminate" when discussing all possibilities.  I lost it and couldnt regain my composure.

The second time was at my 34 week appointment when I gained 6lb in 2 weeks.  I cried the entire appointment and for about 1 hour after.  DH thinks I am ridiculous!

teetime345

Yes, I have cried at my OB's office.   Twice, I think. 

sportsmomma

I think I've cried in the office twice (both times to the receptionist being a big baby because the dr. had to deliver a baby and they had to reschedule me and both times it was early on and I was having spotting or some other symptom I was worried about). I have cried in the car after leaving appointments multiple times. Guess it's just part of it.

If there were questions you have that didn't get answered either email the doctor (if available), call in to the nurse's line and leave a list or see if you can schedule a quick phone or in-person appointment for those questions. 

spacedolphin11

I cried at the appointment where I was diagnosed with GD. It hasn't turned out to be a big deal, but at the time I was really disappointed I'd probably have to be induced... (now I would cry thinking of all the sugar I wouldn't get to have over the holidays! lol)

We're hormonal! We're allowed to cry! I cry to my DH about random stuff all the time; it was only a matter of time it came out in public.