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fainting during pregnancy

evevningtea33evevningtea33 member
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Hello I have a questions about fainting father (partners) during pregnancy. Hopefully someone can help clear some myths. My wife is in her 2nd trimester. I have a weak stomach for intense hospital situations. I know people faint during big events like weddings, funerals, births, etc... I would just like to know, is the reason why most people faint is because they have not eaten properly and their blood sugar is not balanced? What should I eat before the delivery? Or is it something else?

 what type of mindset should a husband/partner go in the delivery room with? Obviously many people say go in with a coach mindset, but is there another mindset that I should go in there with?
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Re: fainting during pregnancy

  • fourtsixand2fourtsixand2 member
    Oh gosh....hmm....well, you wouldn't be the first partner to faint.  It happens and sometimes there is nothing you can do about it.  
    Try this link....it makes some good points about staying well hydrated, blood sugar and sodium up, and keeping cool.  
    Having a damp rag with you might help, and a place to sit next to your partner in case you feel diziness coming along.

    https://www.wikihow.com/Prevent-Fainting
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  • PrimRoseMamaPrimRoseMama member
    If you are worried you will faint TELL THE NURSING STAFF. They will get you a chair to sit in during the delivery. You can sit up by your partner's head. You may see bodily fluids. Its birth and it happens. If blood and stuff makes you pass out then  you can focus on your partner's face as she pushes.

    I would take some altoids or another brisk mint with you. You can suck on them if you feel nervous and they are natural soothers. Honestly, I think you'll be fine. The anxiety of the event is probably worse than the event itself.


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  • blissylissy86blissylissy86 member
    I faint easily. Like I see blood, and down I go. What helps is sitting down, water, and focusing on something else. If you think you will have an issue with this, please don't try to be a hero and request a chair before any pushing starts. Everyone is there to focus on momma and getting that baby out, and if you pass out and fall, you can injure yourself, and you will also be taking some of the medical professionals away. 
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  • taysuntaysun member
    If you're at all squeamish I would avoid watch baby come out, or at the very least stop looking immediately after baby comes out. 
    SO watched me deliver the placenta and almost needed a chair- the nurses practically forced him into one when he gagged.
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  • PugsandKissesPugsandKisses member
    That is the crazy thing about babies, you never know when they will come. So it is not like you can blame a perfectly balanced meal prior to going into the hospital. I suggest packing some protein bars and keeping some hard candies. That can help some. If you feel faint, let them know or sit down.
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  • KutiePebblesKutiePebbles member
    I would say if you already know you faint easily, stay north of the equator for the delivery. A lot of stuff is going to appear once the baby is arriving so avoiding everything might be inevitable. Like others said, tell the nursing staff about your fainting so they are ready and aware if they need to care for you along with your wife. Make sure you are eating and drinking enough. Frankly, once the baby is out, you will be so elated and distracted that you prob won't notice much else around you (or so you hope).
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  • ncm1919ncm1919 member
    Don't lock your knees either. It cuts off the flow of oxygen and blood off. Instant faint for me. 

    As a prolific fainter, I suggest taking a seat. The last thing anyone needs is you having to go
    to the ER too
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  • RMLandyRMLandy member
    Definitely sit down! I hope you're able to push through but no sense risking hurting yourself!
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  • ginger819ginger819 member
    My husband had regular meals at the hospital while I was in labor and stayed up at my head during delivery and was still pretty shaken up when our daughter was born. He got a little light headed and he's not particularly squeamish, but it's a lot going on and up close and personal. If you are squeamish I would second having a chair. 

    I know what really helped DH during labor was knowing what I would want when I was in pain. We discussed certain things I probably would and wouldn't want (shoulder rubs good, touching my back bad). I knew what things wouldnt comfort me and what probably would and he paid close attention to what I said. He was awesome during the labor and delivery. Just make sure you have a good conversation and practice. That's my advice. 
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