Is anyother FTM freaking out for the labour part?

Jordy213 · April 2015

I dont know whether its just me or not, but im papping my pants about the whole labour part. Im really excited to meet my little boy but i think its the unexpected pain that im unsure about. Does anyone feel the same?

babyboyhoward · April 2015

It's not my first time but I remember being scared sh*tless. I was dramatic and imagined I was walking through the gates of death, only to emerge through the gates of life! It's an awesome experience, embrace it as fully as you can. Know there will be pain- but women since the beginning of time have gone through it/ that was a huge comfort for me. I imagined it connecting me to all women throughout all of time of every race, status, belief, etc. what else has that power?

ashleylane66 · April 2015

I honestly was so afraid to give birth I wanted a c section with my daughter... It's totally normal to be afraid. I had what was medically considered a really tough labor (3 days and multiple interventions/ only had epidural for a little bit and then had to be taken off for baby) and I honestly didn't think it was as bad as I imagined. Yes it's painful! But in the moment you are so focused on your little one that it doesn't matter. I gave birth 367 days ago and am due anytime now so yeah if I could be trying to conceive just two months after my daughter was born it honestly is way more incredible than anything!!!

mars8k · April 2015

I am! To the point where a while ago i kept wishing i'd deliver late! Sometimes i would almost regret pregnancy... But the on my last appointment my doctor took a 3d pic of my little baby girl in there and i was speachless! I have the picture on my phone ad i can't look at it without kissing the screen or crying lol.. Now i can't wait! I want to be in labour NOW! She's worth it! And so is your baby boy

you suffer for some hours and end up with a lifelong gift! Don't over think it, just think about meeting you lil guy for the first time and getting to hold him

lovebamalife · April 2015

Yes! I try to take comfort in the fact that there are some people out there who have children who would freak out over a broken fingernail. Surely if they can do it, I can do it?!

ldmw · April 2015

So glad I'm not alone. I feel so guilty for having these feelings.

nogitron · April 2015

Yeah, I was scared, too - it's hard just not knowing what you're getting yourself into! But I just looked at it like, no matter what happens, it's only a matter of time before it's over and the time WILL pass. And things did not go smoothly. But the time did pass and it was over and I was holding my baby!

farenr · April 2015

I feel the same!! I'm so ready for him to make his arrival and ready to meet him but I'm so terrified of the labor part!!!! The "unknown" process is getting to me!! Not knowing what's gonna happen, not knowing what to expect.

robynjeannette · April 2015

Yes! The thing that gets me is every time I experience pregnancy pains (some of which are VERY uncomfortable/borderline excruciating), I think, "hmm, labor is going to be at LEAST this bad and probably much worse" and start freaking out and thinking I can't do it.

supersarah77 · April 2015

I'm a STM and I'm still a little anxious about labor. You just don't know how things are going to go or feel, even if you've been through it before. Every time is different!

MommaMacri · April 2015

Honestly your adrenaline and focus take over. I think most people suprise themselves when it's time.

lishaell · April 2015

supersarah77 said:
I'm a STM and I'm still a little anxious about labor. You just don't know how things are going to go or feel, even if you've been through it before. Every time is different!

This is exactly how I feel. Couldn't have said it better myself! @supersarah77 And this time around I have different things I am anxious about. For instance, I am a stay at home mom, so I am nervouse to leave my LO. I know she will be fine, but I never leave her so I've been anxious about that part too.

kby721 · April 2015

When I start to feel overwhelmed I think about all the women who have done it multiple times. It can't be too bad if they're willing to do it again.

I'm more nervous about the unknowns - when will I go into labor?, Will DH be with me?, What if my water breaks at work? (this is my biggest fear!), etc. I feel like once you get to the hospital your team of labor coach(es), doctor and nurses will help you through everything.

Jordy213 · April 2015

For me its the waiting game to it all happening. And the fact you have absolutely no idea of the pain or when its going to take place it kind of scares the pants off me. My OH tries to make me feel better and reassure me but its not exactly working much. So i feel like im just stressing wheb i probably shouldn't

OlgaN15 · April 2015

I'm somewhat apprehensive and excited at the same time. Part of me can't wait for labour, and the other part just wants to know exactly what's going to happen. My DH thinks I'm kind of strange for being excited. He absolutely doesn't like that I'll be in pain, but also knows that it's a part of the process.

Sunshine4020 · April 2015

Am I the weirdo FTM that is excited for labor? I feel as educated and ready as I am gonna get. Bring on the contractions!! Can't wait to see what's in store for me and my new little girl! :x

LadyBlood · April 2015

Sunshine4020 said:
Am I the weirdo FTM that is excited for labor? I feel as educated and ready as I am gonna get. Bring on the contractions!! Can't wait to see what's in store for me and my new little girl! :x

I wouldn't say I'm excited or looking forward to it. But I'm not freaking out about it either. I'm a FTM and the only thing that worries me is any potential complications, but even that isn't stressing me out yet. I thought I was alone in this.

I'm more worried about the little human I'll be responsible for soon. And the lack of sleep!

caseheela · April 2015

I'm actually not afraid at all. Like @LadyBlood I'm a little worried and intimidated by the fact that I'll be responsible for a little human soon. I had a freak out last week and was like holy crap this little girl is going to be completely dependent on me to survive. And she's going to have her own personality that i know nothing about yet. THATS what scares me. She's going to be her own person when she's born.

sunflower613pm · April 2015

This is my first and I'm freaking out on the inside because I have a high pain tolerance and I'm afraid I'll go into labor and brush it off as normal pregnancy pains, so now I'm freaking out about every little pain that even sounds like labor, haha. Not knowing what to really expect is freaking me out. I just wanna hurry up and get it over with honestly, haha. I can't wait for him to get here already!!

kimmeenoelle · April 2015

I'm more worried about the fact that I have to be induced. I'm terrified I won't progress, and I'll end up needing an emergency cesarean. I'm actually kinda excited for everything else!

danibii · April 2015

Definitely nervous! Don't like the waiting... The unknown.... Being in the hospital... Some days I'm like "okay, I am DONE being pregnant, let's go!" And other days I'm like "oh crap, I'm too scared for l&d and what comes after... Never come out!"

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expecting1stlilmiracle · April 2015

It's all about it being an unknown and having too much access to horror stories. You were built for whatever comes your way. It will be great! Stay focused on why you're there and save your energy. Good luck!!

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