seattlemama

Has anyone else really started to worry about the health of their baby non stop now that they are in the homestretch? I thought I worried a lot before, now I am always worrying that he is tangling himself up in his cord, or he isnt moving enough, or he moves too much, etc... I feel crazy! Another weird thing is I still kinda dont feel like he is real, almost like I wont really feel that way til I see him and hold him. I cant even begin to imagine what it will be like with him here, except that it will be amazing!

Jenny

I'm with you on the worrying part. I don't like knowing that I'm so far dilated and that nothing is happening. I keep thinking some sort of infection or something is going to reach h/her or that the cord will wrap around the neck etc. I don't think I'll stop worrying til h/she is in my arms but then a whole new set of worries begin lol. It never ends!

Also, its totally normal to feel like its unreal sometimes. It didn't feel real for me until after my few visits at the NICU with Drake. It felt REALLY surreal when I held him for a few seconds before he was whisked away. Just couldn't believe he came out of me

seattlemama

Isnt it weird how every scenario, no matter how unrealistic, runs through your head all the time. I told my husband the other day that I dont think there is a moment in the day that Im not somehow thinking about our baby. The funny thing is that I know that probably 99% of the worries are completely crazy and uncommon, but somehow you still think about them.

Sara

The only thing I'm worried about is Group B Strep. I must stop reading birth stories that end in sadness

luckyme225

I worry that all the medication during my pregnancy has somehow harmed him though I know they are safe.... but as my doctor would tell me, "Would you rather have a premature baby or take your medication?" Bah hum bug!!

seattlemama

Ha I know what you mean. After I took that Ibuprofen yesterday and hearing everyones responses on here Im kinda freaked out that I hurt him somehow. Im sure our babies are fine, our docs told us it was ok, but I know how you feel!

AquaDementia

It is normal to worry. I am always paranoid about everything, but I guess this trains you pretty well for future as a mommy.

luckyme225

I know they would only give it to us if they were safe... she says the amount given to me is only given to pregnant women etc... I got a prescription for Vicodin yesterday but I'm to scared to take it even though my lower back is killing me.... I'm going to try and hold out as long as possible!

Samantha675

Nope, I think it is normal. I worry as well. For me it is like I have gotten this far, what do I do if something happens? And it is totally not real, not at all.