6 weeks and needing some words of encouragement

Rach&Matt08 · May 2014

So last year my husband and I lost a baby and decided in order to heal we would wait a while before TTC again. Around November of last year we decided to try when he returned home from deployment in February. It only took us a few months and now we are 6 weeks along. I really want to be excited but at the same time I don't want to get my hopes up and have something bad happen...any words of encouragement would be wonderful! I have my first OB appointment next Thursday.

MrsTuna08 · May 2014

((hugs)) PGAL is rough! Mantras are also very helpful to me when I start to get panicky. Mostly though, the biggest help has been the passing of time and being able to cross milestones. Hang in there!

megbmeg · May 2014

It's so tough! A couple of things that helped me to think about: 1) Hope won't hurt. It won't jinx anything, even though it is scary sometimes to hope. 2) Just because I feel scared doesn't mean anything is actually wrong. All is well for the moment.

Good luck with your appt!

CaitNMatt · May 2014

We all know how hard PgAl brain is. I know a lot of ladies use certain mantras or other ways to stay positive. I have relied on prayer and telling myself that this pregnancy is not the same and that not all pregnancies end badly. I also find staying (really) busy helps a lot. It makes the days go faster!! When I'm having a bad PgAl day, I will make plans to go run errands, see a friend, etc. I'll keep my fx that you have a great first appt and that this pregnancy is healthy and uneventful!

Rach&Matt08 · May 2014

Thank you so much ladies!!!

rmpar29 · May 2014

I'm 6 weeks as well and just taking it one day at a time! Just keep reminding yourself that this is a different pregnancy and keep your chin up! ((((HUGS))))

kibylou · May 2014

I told myself I wasn't gonna get attached to this pregnancy just in case, but after I thought about it, I realized I might be missing out on a lot of joy right now. Being pregnant can be so exciting. I will be more than happy to have made it through first Tri, but as too many ladies on here can tell you, there is no guarantee even after first Tri. So I am trying to be optimistic and if something happens, I will deal with the devastation then. Not much advice, but know you're not alone,

JessicaG220 · May 2014

megbmeg said:

It's so tough! A couple of things that helped me to think about: 1) Hope won't hurt. It won't jinx anything, even though it is scary sometimes to hope. 2) Just because I feel scared doesn't mean anything is actually wrong. All is well for the moment.

Good luck with your appt!

I love this! This is so helpful. We all understand your fears. Just take things one day at a time.

mmsweeney1 · May 2014

You've gotten wonderful responses so far - I don't think I can say it any better. Just remember you're not alone because we all completely understand!

LittleMsLewis · May 2014

Wishing you luck and a happy, healthy, boring pregnancy!

goldengirl84 · May 2014

Loved reading these replies. Found out I'm pregnant today after two early losses so far this year. I was thinking how I just wanted to pretend I'm not pregnant so maybe it would hurt less if it happened again. But... I wouldn't take back any of the joy I felt before either loss. I hope you feel less and less worry every day and thanks to everyone else for their uplifting responses.

kimmyberly26 · May 2014

(((Hugs))). Being PGAL really sucks and its so difficult to be positive and hopeful. @RN536 said it exactly. Every pregnancy is different and just try to take it one day at a time. I had two recurrent losses before this pregnancy. I'm now 37 weeks and PGAL brain is still with me but I just try to take things one day at a time. Hugs.

Rach&Matt08 · May 2014

I'm going tomorrow for blood work then I'll meet with my OBGYN next Thursday, hopefully I'll have an US...

Rach&Matt08 · May 2014

My HCG levels were where they should be!!! Off to the doctor in a few hours!!! Will post an update when I get done.

taberbtb · May 2014

mmsweeney1 said:
You've gotten wonderful responses so far - I don't think I can say it any better. Just remember you're not alone because we all completely understand!

All of this. We are here for you!!

Rach&Matt08 · May 2014

First appointment went great! We got to see our little tiny Tilley and heard the heartbeat! 140 bpm!!! Best day ever. Thank you ladies for the amazing support!!!

mrsdormane · May 2014

Great news!! I'm so glad you had a good appointment!
PgAL is so hard! I am 8w3d and after my loss last fall, being pregnant is a totally different experience than it was before. Hope you feel better knowing that we know what you're going through. Hugs!

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