Happy and terrified…

Hi all, just wanted to tell someone we had a positive pregnancy test last week! I’m 35 and this is my first pregnancy and I’m so happy and elated and terrified all at the same time. My mum had 6 miscarriages and I’m terrified that will happen. I’d love to meet this little bump in October. I’ve researched it, but I can’t see any tips to reduce miscarriage other than eating well and looking after yourself… anyone else feeling this way or am I a bit mad…?
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Congratulations! I’m 33, first pregnancy as well. We’ve got Endometriosis in the family (I’m diagnosed as well), so I understand how you’re feeling. I’m also terrified. I’m trying my hardest not to stress and not google each individual symptom I’m feeling!

You're not mad, just anxious. This is very normal! Most miscarriages are completely unavoidable - it is nothing anyone does, just a really sad thing that happens. The best thing you can do is try not to stress over what could happen. Try to relax, eat well, take gentle exercise and get lots of rest. If the anxiety is too much, speak to your midwife/GP and they can give you more support. Congratulations!

Congratulations! I've got an almost 3 year old, and I had a mc last year. It unfortunately is completely out of our control which is terrifying. However, someone told me to enjoy every day unless told different, so that's what I am trying to do. Yes there is a chance something can go wrong, but there's also a high chance it can all go great! Try to relax and stay positive 🩷

Hi Flo, congrats!! My mum had 4 children without a single complication any time. I have so far had a miscarriage & an ectopic pregnancy. So I wouldn’t stress about your mums experience, everyone is so different Equally I understand all too well how it feels to be completely terrified, I am too for obvious reasons! I agree wholeheartedly with the advice here, we unfortunately cannot control the outcome, im just trying to enjoy the time I do have with my little seed - hopefully they will stick around for the rest of my life this time! Stay distracted, do a lot of self care & relaxation and look after your body!

Congratulations. This would be my 5th pregnancy with only one earthside. Having a miscarriage is scary and unfortunately there’s not much you can do to prevent it it can happen just from a dodgy chromosome or anything. Hope this is a sticky baby for you 🤍

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