i am 7 months pregnant but im so worried about giving birth as im scared about how painful it will be?
443738
This is a normal worry. Unfortunately no one here can tell you how painful it will be because it can be so different. I have had 2 children. Both natural with no pain meds at all (not even over the counter). The first one was not so bad but the second one was HORRIBLE. I was ready for some meds for the pain and was told no it was time to push. The best thing to do is let your doctor know how you are feeling and he/she can tell you what options you have for meds and at what stage in the labor you can take them. That way if you want to try to go med free and it gets to bad you can get some. Good luck. The pain is nothing compared to the joy you will feel when it is over
94016
The baby is probably just pressing on that side. There isn't that much room in there you know.   The little bugger is already being a pain!  LOL   Just kidding.  My son used to make me so uncomfortable because he'd move around so much and it was like he was stretching out.  I'd see his foot or hand pressing out.  It was kinda gross, and really uncomfortable.  And he kicked all the time.  Later in the pregnancy he pressed on my bladder alot.
497785
pain, Pain, PAIN... you will be taking yourself to the hospital because it HURTS!  And to the guy that said it was worse than childbirth, the answer is "nowhere nearly as bad as childbirth"  I had to have my gallbladder out one month after giving birth, so I know.  The pain gave me a feeling like I had a huge pocket of air in my upper right abdomen that was putting pressure on everything.  I felt like burping would make me feel better, but it didn't.
1097150
It all depends- if you have any type of childbirth education, and even a doula at your birth, then it can be as painless as possible.  Many women experience horrendous pain, because they do not trust there bodies to do what comes naturally.  There are many natural ways to cope with the pain including massage, using a birth ball, showering, walking, hypnobirthing, etc etc  Education is the key to having a birth as pain free and possible, and a birth that happens the way that you want it to.
940860
I was pregnant, had been in and out of the ER for almost a week doc said baby was fine, one night I was bleeding so bad a large beach towel was covered in blood and I was cramping, I went to the closest hospital not the one one I had been going to, I couldn't walk by the time I got there I was in so much pain. They said I was okay... Turns out I miscarried in my second trimester, but they could have saved the baby... I didn't realize it because it was my first pregnancy and I was only in my second trimester...I was in labor and they could have stopped the labor and saved the baby, and saved my husband and I a ton of heart ache and nightmares! Some people say I should have sued, I just wanted to move on and leave the pain behind, it never goes away, nor the memories of what happen, or the fear it could happen again (actually it did but wasn't as bad) I am now pregnant with my third and last child, but ever pain or any discomfort I get real worried, even after having two healthy beautiful babies. (side note for anyone reading this the one thing the docs never tell a pregnant woman is that the average woman has 1 to 2 miscarriages but they usually don't even know it because it happens so early in pregnancy most of the time, so don't get discouraged. It's 1 in every 5 pregnancies is a miscarriage)\n\nHave a GREAT day!
125971
Well they say that the birthing process is not only painful for the mother but for the baby as well. Could you imagine being in the womb but then suddenly all the fluid that keeps you warm drains and the muscles around you start contracting pushing your head down into a very small canal that is usually much smaller than a adult fist. The pressure on a baby that is in the birth canal but be very painful. And then when you come out you are confused disorientated and cold and wet. I imagine it terrifying to be born. Thats probably why we do not remember it ;D\n\nReally though it is good for them to cry to get the air to the brain and lungs.
174450
I am sorry you are having back pain but it is fairly common with pregnant people. (Congrats by the way)\n1. wear "sensible shoes"(don't you hate that word sensible? - LOL)\n2.roll a towel or place a pillow behind the small of your back when sitting. Sit on firm furniture.\n3.Put your feet up.\n4.Place a heating pad on low or medium behind your back for a while.\n5.Soak in the tub ro relax those muscles.\n6.Watch your posture. Try to stand up straight. Your ears should be level with your shoulders.\n7. Have your hubby gentely massage your back while you are lying on your side.\n8. Tell your OBGYN about your pain on your next visit.\n9. Remember, this too, shall pass!!!! Be good to yourself and your little wee one!
1171333
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE FIBRO I ALSO HAVE IT AS WELL AND I KNOW EXACTLY HOW YOU FEEL. ITS A HORRIBLE THING TO HAVE AS FAR AS BEING PREGNANT WHAT DO YOU MEAN? AS FAR AS MORE PAIN AND THE PAIN MEDS IF YOUR ON THEM AND BEING PREGNANT OR WILL THE FIBRO HARM THE BABY? SORRY DIDNT NO WHAT YA WERE LOOKING FOR BUT IT WONT HURT THE BABY DUE TO THE FIBRO AND MORE PAIN? MORE THEN LIKELY I THINK I HAD IT WHILE I WAS PREGNANT BUT THATS BEEN 18 YRS AGO I AM 40 MY SONS GIRLFRIEND IS PREGNANT SHE TO HAS FIBRO. BUT....I WOULD LOVE TO TALK MORE WITH YOU ABOUT THIS SO PLEASE EMAIL ME IVE BEEN LOOKING FOR PEOPLE TO TALK TO CONCERNING THIS GOOD LUCK TO YOU LANAY   lanay40@yahoo.com  i will be waiting to hear from you thanks
483646
I do not wantd to scar you but there always is a change of getting Pregnet . You have to wait and see now . If it did happen it is to late for it know . You find out whit in 2 or 4 weeks and then you have to know what you wantd to do .
354585
He is probably uncomfortable with u being 9 months pregnant.  Things will change.  Some men fear that they might hurt the baby.  Some men just feel that it is wrong to have sex with u when u are pregnant.  Just talk to him and ask him what the problem is.  Communication is the key without it u won't last.  So don't go assuming to many things and upset yourself for nothing just ask him o.k.
710528
First off, congrads on the pregnency!!!! I do think the weight from the baby is going to add a little bit off pain, but don't worry about it. I wouldn't be afraid, i'm 13 and have had 4 hip surgeries, and I have oa, so I know how you feel. If you ned help or support in any way, my messenger is hbkfreak17\n\nBest wishes and good luck,\n\nKassie
1008739
I was in the same boat as you last yr. Xcept i was only a little younger.\nI was concerned about a lot of things too. But i finally got myself to make the appt. madesure a was thoroughly cleansed that day..and went.\nBefore the doc did it i spoke 2her about how worried iwas and i actually cried bcos i was so worried.\nShe pulled out the instruments and explained the procedure to me.\nAll it is, is a little tool that get put up you know where..pumped a few times to open up to the cervix..and then a little brush that looks like a mini baby bottle cleaner is used to take a sample.\nThat bit is the most uncomfortable.\nIts a HUGE relief once its over.
158006
u will want to sleep during labor... u will need ur rest cuz giving birth takes alot out of you.. sleep sleep sleep cuz once u give birth.. ur not going to get much..
869115
u prob are getting close be cause once u get a lot of back pain,bad pressure, and diahrea that means ur baby is pushin toward the vagina and and really the baby decideds when it wants 2 come out its counfusing but it dose so yea u prob close
636911
Yeah, it is fine. The baby is in a sack so it is protected from any *** getting on it. ( I know it may be naive, but I was worried about that when I was pregnant so I asked my Doc) As far as any other health reasons you should be concerned about I don't think there are any. There's certainly no fear of getting pregnant if you are already preggers. My husband and I actually had the most uninhibited, worry-free, most AWESOME sex ever when I was pregnant. Enjoy and let your hubby enjoy this while it last. Have fun.
1121295
Yes, its normal. I am a mother of two, and also a worry wart.What my Doctor told me was that the baby moves constantly, and when they do they can step on the cord, lay on it, or even grab it as they develop and get stronger. As long as it doesn't last for over a minute or twp, I would say your OK. The blood and oxygen flow through the umbilical cord, keeping your child alive. I would double check with your Doctor if the problem continues, the cord may be wrapped around the babies neck, arm, or leg. They really can't do anything while your pregnant, but you may have to have a c-section if that is the problem. Good Luck, and don't worry so much. Must be your first? Enjoy your pregnancy and good luck!
960871
I wonder if you are pregnant or afraid to get pregnant because you feel very insecure about protecting a Child at this time. Or did one of your friend tell you that she is having a baby. Why did I ask you the above questions. It is because you have a high level of being able to spotting danger and seeing danger before it happen. And since this danger is not direct towards you and you failed to mention who was the first person you saw when you entered your place of security the answer to your question is still up for grabs.............