17 almost 18 weeks pregnant with 3rd child (7th pregnancy). 1st child was a 33 weeker, with the second I was put on bedrest at 34 weeks and had her at 38+ weeks.
Today I am feeling a lot of pressure and twinges. Back pain for a few days and just plain uncomfortable. I am having some round ligament pain also, but also some discomfort low on the front of my belly. Different from before.
I called the doctor and they will work me in around 10:30, so just a little longer, but now I am nervous. I will see the nurse practitioner (whom I like), because my doctor schedules his c-sections and others non pregnancy related hospital procedures on Monday and Wednesday mornings.
Now I have little time to wait and I am really hoping that it is "paranoid pregnant mommy syndrome", so please offer encouragement only. And most of all tell me how to get through the next 30 minutes or so...
Thanks.
Well my cervix is soft, but not dilated and an ultrasound revealed that my cervical length is fine. I am not sure what this means. She is not sure what is causing my discomfort. Heartbeat is good and I have had no contractions. So my next questions will be about a soft cervix.
I have had multiple tests and a ton of bloodwork to determine the cause ofmy miscarriages and early deliveries and we can not find anything. We have determined that I am just not normal ~ though my doctor put this much nicer. I really like him and trust him and he has looked into a lot of things.
Agree with Michelle! My sister is my best friend so I would call her if this would happen top me. Just curious and u don't have to answer...do u have APS...antiphospholipid syndrome? That can lead to difficult pregnancies and multi miscarriages. Many times doctors don't check for this. Sending you warmth and comfort...
You may have a subluxation that is causing nerve pain. Find a chiropractor like myself who works on pregnant women, see if they can perform the webster technique which directly addresses the round ligament and sacrum to relieve pressure and allow the pelvis to "open" up with the the growth of the baby. Let me know if you have any further questions or would like to find someone in your area. Feel free to call me ###-###-####.
Hang in there! I felt similar at that stage of pregnancy. They said it was due to the baby growing and increasing pressure on the organs etc. Normal and uncomfortable, but it does pass. Talk to your baby, sing to your baby and try to relax as much as possible. It is the best thing you can do for your baby and yourself. Don't ever be afraid to call L and D if you have questions or concerns. Worst case scenario, you go in and get checked at the hospital. But either way---you will be just fine!
Take care,
M
It is so hard to relax when you are worried about your baby. Go on some celebrity gossip websites (like TMZ), make a cup of tea, or watch the boob tube with your feet up. Try a game like the newspaper crossword or an online game that's mindless like Solitaire. Maybe write a letter to a friend or relative you haven't talked to in a while, or simply start writing out your feelings on a piece of paper (you can throw it away when you're done!). Sometimes the act of writing out your fears and worries can alleviate them a bit.
Good luck at your appointment. Let us know how it goes!
Put on some uplifting music and sing to your baby. Eat a little piece of chocolate (the naughtiness of eating chocolate before 10am makes me enjoy it all the more!). Do some stretches to help ease your physical discomfort. Get down on your hands and knees (hands and legs shoulder width apart) and then go down on your elbows and slowly sway your hips side to side. This gives the baby maximum room and eases the pressure on your back. Best wishes!
During my 3rd kid pregnancy (does that make sense?) I was paranoid, I was bleeding the whole time- I was sure that it wasn't going to work out. Even during labor I had to be put on oxygen bc I didn't feel it was possible that i could be so lucky to have 3 successful pregnancies/births. Everything turned out well- thank god! But, then I found out there's something called "3rd baby syndrome"- where moms who have 2 healthy children, just don't believe they're going to be so lucky the 3rd time around. I totally had that, and it was exaggerated when I found out I was having a girl (after my 2 beautiful boys). I hear this alot from dads- "honey we can't have another, the baby couldn't be healthy after having a healthy one or ones". My husband really truly believed this with our 4th- and we are so blessed and lucky that he was mistaken. So, just know I think you are having a case of the 3rd baby syndrome- and you do deserve another beautiful baby- and it's going to be ok. Just bc you're worried doesn't mean anything about the pregnancy. I hope this helps- and best of luck with your little ones!
