Any mamas with advice?

TW: still birth and miscarriage mentioned I am having super bad anxiety about giving birth, I have worried this whole pregnancy but the closer to my due date I get the more worried and anxious I get. I’m so scared about still birth. I don’t know why this has been on my mind but the whole pregnancy I have been worried something was going to happen. I waiting so long to tell people because I was worried about miscarriage, then I have been worried I’m hurting the baby in some way by laying a certain way, or doing to much, toddlers elbow or kicking during diaper changes etc.. and I’m so scared about still birth. Anything I can do to ease my mind? All doctors appointments they have no concerns he measures good and his heart rate is good. I’ve been sick a lot so I’ve had baby checked a lot during this pregnancy and he always has great heart rate and movement, my vitals are always good so why am I so worried. Any help would be appreciated

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I understand your anxiety, I know if I ever decide to try to conceive again I will feel exactly how you are. Is therapy an option? It's helped me a lot and I wonder if having someone to talk to regarding your anxiety might help? ❤️

@Megan im going to call today to see if i can get in, i think therapy is a good option

I had similar anxieties my whole pregnancy, and this is my first one. Maybe not quite as bad as yours but I think it’s normal to have those fears, but I really tried not to focus on them, and kept telling myself he was a strong and healthy baby, and everything was going to be okay. Because I do believe that our thoughts help shape our reality. If they become ever present and overwhelming though I definitely recommend talking to therapist. I’ve found this worksheet by Katie Byron really helps me with my negative thoughts! Hope it helps! Wishing you the best of luck! https://thework.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/obaat_en_mod_6feb2019-r.pdf

I completely relate. I was so terrified about giving birth and possible complications that my mind stayed stuck there and I couldn't get past it. What helped me was making a birth plan, giving it to my Drs and imagining a smooth and normal birth. I would stop and breathe and remind myself my baby was healthy every time panic took over. It is scary and that's understandable and okay, you will be okay, you got this ❤️

I would definitely try. When I lost my son I got it through Petals if you're in the UK. Really helped me a lot x

Fill your life with positive birth stories. Listen to podcasts about positive birthing stories. Meditate and practice breathing strategies. Positive affirmations can also really ease your mind as well. My favorite podcasts are birth naturally and Built to birth. It’s amazing how uplifting and in powering it can feel to hear other women talk about their births in such a positive light.

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