scared of labor?

[Cassi_B]

I find myself more worried about labor than anything else. I've had my share of taking care of infants, toddlers, and children so i know what to expect. I'm not scared to be a mom or the next 18 years. I'm scared of pushing her out of me and having to get a needle in my spine... And PUSHING HER OUT if i didn't mention that already

[Cassi_B]

Thanks everyone. I appreciate the input. I'll probably get the epidural. It's just the fact of a needle going into my spine that really gives me the heebiejeebies. I'm also afraid of like ripping if the doctor doesn't cut me first D:

[afd126]

Agreed ....if you weren't scared something would be wrong with you.....lol but honestly our bodies are made for this women are the strong ones ...men are the cry babies that's why we deliver these children...haha.....but I'm on #2 and even though I've already been through it I'm still nervous but I also know I managed to do it at 18 younger and really scared .....this time I'm more prepared and a little more ready for it cause I know its just my nerves freakin  me out and it will all be OK :)

[gatorgrl12]

Sweety if your not scared I would say something is wrong with you!
Its normal!

But let me say when they tell you to push it will be the best feeling in that momment! Contractions are what is a *****!
If you do not want an epidural you are not required to get one.
But I have had two and plan on a third. You do not hardly feel the needle. Its the best part to me. As soon as that IV is in it severely takes the edge off.

I have been in labor 3 times already. One a miss carriage. I know what to expect now am an not scared at all. More like eager.

But I recommend a first time mom to go over a birthing plan. Exp with your Dr. Let them be aware if you want no medications and any other wishes.
Tour the hospital and a room so your comfortable with your enviorment.
And a birthing class would do you wonders!

Your going to do just fine!!

[Mrs_Baze]

Well, you can't avoid labor, but if you're afraid of a needle in your spine, don't get one! I was scared with my first, but it actually helped me to realize there was nothing I could do about it anyway. My body is equipped with a canal for the baby to go through and muscles to push it through. That's all I need! It's comforting to me, knowing that it's out of my control. Your only choices are to worry and make things more difficult, or to calm down and go with the flow.

[Cassi_B]

Don't feel bad. I didn't continue with my first pregnancy. everything happens for a reason. And mine certainly did. My first woulda been with a complete a**hole. I hate him now more then I've ever hated someone. He gave me a black eye. Now I'm prepared... Kinda. And  I'm engaged to the most wonderful man in the world. But labor... ain't nobody got time fo dat! Lol

[courtness89]

Me too! Im terrified and i feel guilty about it all the time. I feel selfish and think maybe i should have continued with my pregnancy and have even said if its as bad as i think its go to be. I may just have 1 child.

[mommabear27]

I hear you there.... I'm a trained Nursery Nurse and Psych Nurse so used to dealing with very young children, getting them into routines etc, and generally caring for others, but it's the labour part I'm worried about :/ x