I had my first official check up with the doc as we count down the days til D-Day. On Wednesday I was 90% effaced and 1cm dilated. At first I was absolutely ecstatic. I mean that just means I'm getting closer to D-Day right? But then later that night as I was going to bed, it really hit me and I was filled with anxiety. Can I do this? Am I strong enough to have a natural birth?? What if I hemorrhage or pass out from the pain? Am I crazy for even having these thoughts? Can any of you mothers out there relate with your first delivery?? Or should I be excited? I know without a shadow of a doubt that my baby Noah is healthy and strong and all will be well with him, I just worry that I won't be strong enough. Maybe when D-Day actually arrives, all this anxiety will turn into excitement? Either way, I know I need to get my emotions in check because the only thing worrying does is bring negativity and uncertainty into my life and that always results in me getting sick from a weakened immune system because of all the worrying. So I am going to do my best to not worry but rather prepare. My doula and long time childhood friend is so very encouraging and supportive and I know that once the day is here she along with the rest of my support system will give me all the encouragement I will need to have a successful delivery. I just wish I knew where this doubt came from. I've been so very, almost eerily, calm this whole pregnancy and have taken pride in my inner strength and desire to have a natural birth, so when this icky doubt crept into my mind, I was shocked that it was so overwhelming. I guess only time will tell.
I'll check back in soon...
Liss
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