constantly worried about miscarrying

[mermaidofmusic]

I found out I was pregnant a little under a week ago (after taking many, many, MANY tests) and I've been to the doctor so that they can confirm it (pending results, but I'm pretty sure I'm over 5 weeks because of when period was due). I've done way too much googling for my own good and I'm now so stressed out about miscarrying. Me and my partner weren't trying to conceive as we both feel we are too young (20 & 22) but now that I'm pregnant it's something that we both want and are excited about...it'd destroy me to find out that I've miscarried...

Has anyone ever had a strong feeling they will miscarry and have? I'm honestly going insane with worry. Does the worry ever go away??

 

[Nikkijayne]

I was worried every second of the day in the beginning.after the 12 week scan I felt a bit better but now I feel ok because I I'm going with "whatever will be, will be". Relax and enjoy you have all the puking and sore boobies to come lol I'm sure everything is going to be fine xx

 

[Elleyoung777]

I can totally empathise with you. I am currently 29 weeks pregnant and our baby girl was an amazing surprise. As soon as I found out I was pregnant my anxiety hit the roof. I'm not gonna lie to you pregnancy is a worrying time and your body will go through so many changes and you will go through so many emotions, but it is the best thing ever. Try and enjoy and embrace every moment. I found keeping a journel helps. I have written it as if I'm talking to my baby. I write all my feelings and fears down. Worrying is the least constructive thing ever! Congratulations and enjoy!!

 

[umbongo]

Easy to say but try not to obsess over it. Try and stay busy and relax and look after yourself. It is totally normal to feel like that though and we've all been there. It's a little easier after 12 weeks but tbh motherhood is insanely worrying. However, it is totally worth it and totally amazing.
Congratulations. If you get morning sickness you'll never be so glad to be sick! X

 

[Cherrybelly]

I had two losses before I had my daughter and so I found her pregnancy terrifying. I ended up paying for an early scan at 8 weeks and I'll do the same this time. The best thing you can do is enjoy every day you are pregnant. Fingers crossed for you xxx

 

[Blueclass]

I had a mmc last year. I'm now 11 weeks and had a private scan last week everything was ok. However my next scan is 2nd Dec and i'm terrified all the time. I'm tempted to go for another scan in between but I know my husband will think I'm crazy. It's hard but we just have to try to enjoy it. Xx

 

[mermaidofmusic]

Thank you all for your supportive comments, it really does make me feel better!! I'm now just dreading the day my pregnancy symptoms might disappear, ahhhh. I just want to be 12 weeks already so that my stress can calm down a little.

I'm so sorry cherrybelly and blueclass for your losses, it must be the worst feeling in existence I wish you both luck with your baby bellies

I am hoping that each and every one of us has a healthy 9 months and beyond!! I never thought being pregnant would trigger so much anxiety!!

 

[happyland]

The first trimester is such a worrying time. I have been worried about miscarrying but am starting to relax a little more about it now.

Wishing you a happy and healthy pregnancy.

 

[mrs_z]

I had a mmc last year. I'm now 11 weeks and had a private scan last week everything was ok. However my next scan is 2nd Dec and i'm terrified all the time. I'm tempted to go for another scan in between but I know my husband will think I'm crazy. It's hard but we just have to try to enjoy it. Xx

Just wanted to say that if your scan results were good at 10 weeks, the risk of things going wrong is extremely low, and you're definitely out of the worst - I had an early scan at 7 weeks and constantly worried, but forcing myself to remember the statistics helped a little. And December isn't really that far off any more, either!

 

[Overthemoon2]

First trimester absolutely sucks! Constant knicker watch and worrying. It's mentally exhausting! I feel I've done 9months already!