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Hello Mommies,
I found out I'm pregnant via home pregnancy test. As of today, I'm 5W 4D . I am very nervous about it being a viable pregnancy. Unfortunately, I have had 2 miscarriages last year and so nervous about this pregnancy. I have no one to talk to yet because it's still too early to tell anyone...like I did last year. I feel alone but just want to be safe this time. All I pray for is a healthy pregnancy. I am also scared because I have a 1.5 year old toddler still sleeping in our bed. It frustrates me too because he moves around and at times kicks me on my body. Of course I cover up but still, it makes me nervous that I'm stressing out and afraid it could harm the development of the embryo, etc... My first prenatal appointment is scheduled for next Friday 8/9.. at which it's only a confirmation of pregnancy appt.. =(
Anyone could offer some advice to calm my nerves?
Thanks in advance
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Re: Concern
Congratulations!
Firstly, make your mantra "today I am pregnant and I love my baby" you don't know what's coming tomorrow but try to be happy about today.
Secondly, we all worry about miscarriage. I don't think any Momma can honestly say they've never worried about it. You've suffered losses but all you can do is take care of yourself and stay as positive as you can. Contact your doctor and ask to speak to one of the nurses, maybe one of them can ease your mind. At the very least make sure they're aware of your losses so they can decide what special course of treatment, if any, you should pursue.
Thirdly, at this stage, your toddler kicking your stomach can't really do any harm. At 5 weeks, the fetus is SO small it's unlikely anything your child does will even register. I'm not criticizing your choice to have the 1.5 year old in the bed with you, but you might want to rethink that plan before this pregnancy progresses further.
I really wish you the best, I hope this is the sticky baby you've been waiting for!
Congrats!
I also have had losses and am now at 12+4 with my current pregnancy. I mc 2 weeks before getting pregnant so I know how nerve wracking it is. I tell myself that worrying wont change anything and to not borrow trouble. Also, that the chances of carrying to term are way higher then miscarrying.
As for getting kicked, I wouldn't be too worried at this point baby is well protected. I fell off a hammock (my stupid hubs didn't put it on right and the pole fell apart while I was on it) and landed VERY hard on my side/stomach when I was 6 weeks. I was terrified but the doctor said its pretty hard to hurt the baby at this stage.
Your fears are normal. I've been in the same boat. Just try to enjoy each day. Hugs.