car accident while pregnant

kmaaron814 · December 2010

I had a car accident a week ago. I hit a semi going 60 after sliding on the ice, After spending a few days in the hospital the baby and I are ok but ever since I have been very anxious and nervous all the time. I get nervous when I drive, I get nervous that something will still happen to the baby. Has anyone ever been in a car accident while pregnant and then had any anxieties or fears afterwards?

LittleApple · December 2010

I was in an accident with DD when she was 8 months old. It took me a long time to feel safe in a car again. I would have terrible anxiety every time I had to go somewhere, especially on the expressway.

jamacattack · December 2010

I haven't had one while pregnant but the way people drive makes me so nervous and I'm always paranoid- especially in 5 o'clock traffic going home from work. I am so sorry you've had to go through this but, I'm sure it's completely normal to be anxious. Odds are in your favor that it won't happen again while you're pregnant so, that's something to consider. Good luck to you and your baby and glad to hear you are both alright.

DeansGirl0329 · December 2010

I was in an accident shortly after finding out I was pg. (Guy ran 2 red lights in a row and found me in the middle of the 2nd intersection. A-hole.)

It takes awhile before you feel "normal" again. Glad to hear you are both ok. Give it some time and it will eventually not feel as scary to be behind the wheel.

dee1369 · December 2010

I wasn't pregnant when I was in my accident (hit by a semi at 65 mph on the expressway) but it took me a long time even then to feel safe, and I still avoid the expressway at all costs and am much more cautious and timid than I used to be - especially now that I'm pregnant.

I'm glad you and baby are okay - I know how scary it can be. My accident was three years ago and I still have trouble in certain situations if I let myself get worked up. Remember to take it slowly and breathe! But don't stop driving all together - it's important to get back behind the wheel.

jess1984 · December 2010

I was 25 weeks along with my first when I hit a truck and totaled my car becuase of a pedestrian not crossing at a cross walk and icy conditions. I am very careful this pregnancy while driving especially becuase this one is in the middle of winter weather.

It took a while after my first pregnancy to believe that my baby was going to be alright, but if you are having anxiety over it talk with your dr about maybe doing something like nst to make you feel better. I don't know if they would do that but it's worth a conversation if you are feeling that way.

AudreyHpbrn · December 2010

I had an accident two weeks ago. It was a small fender bender and while I did go to the hospital to be observered since I have been pregnant, I have been more nervous of everyone around.

I remember 3 weeks ago we had a horrible snow storm and I had to go to work. I almost got hit by an idiot and I lost it. I called DH and cried and cried all the way to work. I was a mess.

laura&dan05 · December 2010

Your accident sounds really scary! I'm glad you and the baby are ok! I got in an accident really early on with this pregnancy (like 7 weeks) but my dd was in the car (she was 15 months-old at the time) and so was our dog. Some guy talking or texting on his cell phone pulled out right in front of me. I could tell he wasn't paying any attention as I was getting closer and anticipated what was about to happen so I had time to lay on the horn and slow down (the speed limit was 50 mph). I pushed on the brake so hard my foot was sore for a week after.

I was a mess because I was so worried about my babies. My daughter was fine but I've never been so scared in my life. I wanted to seriously hurt the guy that caused the accident. Then the yahoo had the nerve to ask me if he could HOLD my dd! He must have been off his rocker to think that I would let him get anywhere near me or my sweet girl after he just drove his car out in front of me! Obviously since it was so early in my pg there was nothing that could be done in terms of monitoring the baby. I called my doctor and they just told me to put my feet up and drink lots of water.

I was nervous driving after that for weeks and I still have some anxiety about it especially when driving conditions aren't great (rain, ice, or snow). I'm sure it's a normal reaction after getting in an accident and hopefully that won't happen to you again!

BeetleLinz1125 · December 2010

I wasn't pregnant at the time, but I had an accident when I was 17 and I still have trouble making left turns. I was clearing the intersection and a guy sped up and ran the red light and T-boned me. I was terrified to drive and would make right turns until I got where I was going (which took FOREVER) or only turned left if there was a green left arrow. After a while I did get my confidence back, but I still get a little antsy. I can't imagine being pregnat and having to be hospitalized from it, so I can see why you are apprehensive.

My suggestion is to take it slow. Start by taking small, short trips. Know that yes, accidents do happen and sometimes they are not your fault. But you cannot be afraid. Don't let this get in the way of your every day life. They make cars so safe nowadays, and as long as you are being a safe, defensive driver you can do it.

Side note: My current occupation - insurance auto claims adjuster. How ironic lol. So I deal with accidents on a daily basis, and though they are a pain in the butt and stressful, you will be OK.

AACraven85 · December 2010

Yup. a few months ago my husband and I were rear ended by some idiot who got distracted by a spider. It wasn't serious but it definitely rocked us more than your typical fender bender; the back half of our car was ripped off. I'm definitely hyper aware of our review mirror now. Glad you're okay, and know that you aren't alone feeling super nervous! I'm sure your anxieties will calm with time.

mommydale · December 2010

My mother and I were on the way to a funeral earlier this month (27 weeks pregnant at the time). I was only in the hospital for the day and I am still very nervous either driving or being the passenger in a vehicle. Don't worry yourself into a frenzy though. I completely understand why you're scared ( we ended up on the drivers side of the car in a ditch), but if the doctors at the hospital were still concerned about something happening to the baby you'd still be there, (my OB had to reassure me on this over the phone the following day). If you feel like anything is wrong, it is ok to call and see what they say.

Molluskwrangler · December 2010

I wasn't pregnant but I was a passenger in a roll over accident almost 6 years ago, I'm still nervous in the car. I was diagnosed with post traumatic stress...if your anxiety doesn't easy or you feel like you are having panic attacks you may want to seek some help for it. Glad you and your LO are doing ok.

knm07 · December 2010

I was 26 weeks pregnant when I was rear ended by a jerk who was shaving! Traffic had suddenly stopped on the freeway and he hit me doing 55 mph. (The officer was livid and cited the guy for everything he could! He ended up with 3 citations.) Baby and I were monitored for 4 hours and then released. I still get extremely nervous when I hit that stretch of the highway, but it is slowly getting better as the weeks pass.

rosesandpeonies · December 2010

I was in a pretty bad car accident when i was 22 (I was not pregnant) and to this day eight years later I still get scared. IT is just a reaction of being in the accident. Don't push yourself! I am very glad you and baby are alright.

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