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Re: Emotional upset and pregnancyFrom: K.Tice (anonymous@obgyn.net)Sat, 31 Jan 1998 17:53:14 -0600 (CST)
At Sat, 31 Jan 1998, Barbara wrote: > >Dear Nicloe, > >Is there anyone you can talk to about what is causing the stress in your >life? > >Pregnancy is, of itself, a very stressful time in ones life and you do >not need to add extra stress on top of what is already there. >Mothers-to-be worry about the health of their unborn child and at least >in my case I worried about "Myself". Labor is not nor has ever been a >"day at the beach" as far as I'm concerned. It's had work.. > >I don't think it "harms" the baby physicaly but I do think that >continued stress would make you a nervous wreck and I do think this can >be passed to the unborn child. > >Please go to a trusted friend, SO, your doctor and discuss this problem >and see if you can put an end to it. > >Write us again and stay on the forum. There are a lot of great gals >here. > >Barbara > >At Fri, 30 Jan 1998, Nicole wrote: >> >>Does being extremely upset during your pregnancy harm the baby in >>anyway? I have quite a bit of stress. > >-- >Barbara Nesbitt >Editor, Women's Health at OBGYN.net > Dear Nicole, I totally agree with Barbara's comments. Do try and talk to someone about your level of stress and what is causing it. I am a mother of two (age 2 1/2 yrs & 5 1/2 months), I remained very calm throughout my first pregnancy, and even after my baby was born. Labor certainly isn't enjoyable. I guess it is easy for some and difficult for others, but feel comfort in the fact that it will not last forever and your worry will soon be replaced by a beautiful child to hold in your arms. That in itself makes the entire process worthwhile. During my second pregnancy I became a little stressed due to the fact that I was trying to cope with the demands of a two year old. And that as any parent will tell you can be very trying on your patience. I did feel that every time I got upset or angry that my baby would pick up on my tension. I doubt it would physically harm your baby, but I am sure they would sense your troubles and possibly feel a little unsettled. Any stress I suffered was minimal, but seems to have no effect as my daughter is perfectly normal, happy and healthy. Are you stressed about your pregnancy and the upcoming birth, or are there outside stresses i.e. family or work problems. If it is stress over your pregnancy and the upcoming birth, talk to your specialist, and also read this web site. If you read my letter of Jan 30 'My Babies Birth', you will see I was anxious about labor. This web site helped me tremendously. In the end you will need to resolve any fears you may have by having a long hard think about them, and decide what is best for you! If it is outside stresses, do everything you can to only deal with what is absolutely necessary - ignore the rest as you have enough on your mind. I am not a medical professional, so my advice is based purely on my experiences and feelings; so if you can relate to them in any way, I hope it helps. Try to enjoy your pregnancy, because it is all over so quickly. Once it is gone and your child has grown up you may regret having felt stress at a time in your life where you wish you had of felt differently. Pregnancy is one of the most important stages in a women's life - so you can either make the most of it and be as happy as possible about it, or continue to feel stressed and unhappy. For your sake and your babies, I hope you make the right choice for you! Best of luck with the birth and your new role as MUMMY! - I hope you find it as rewarding and satisfying as I do.
-- K.Tice
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