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I've been experiencing short of breath also but I think is because my anxiety is been very high lately. For some reason I can't get relax and I am constantly worrying. I also have a hard time falling asleep because of my breathing issues. I don't want to talk about it with the doctor because I don't want to be on medication but I don't want to risk having PPD after delivery.
 
I'm the exact same way. I was prescribed Zoloft shortly before I fell pregnant. I never took it because I was ttc and they would wean me off anyway. Can you tell your doctor but be clear medication is not an option but look into individual or group counseling? I know I'm giving advice I don't take myself, but I go through periods like you where I can't sleep because I'm having difficulty breathing or having nightmares. :hugs: I just keep telling myself my baby is ok on repeat. Or look at my last scan pictures.
 
Marie - I second the counseling option. Not sure what your history with anxiety is, but a few mindfulness classes and a work book did wonders for me. It takes some work, and will, but I'd definitely say it was worth it. Best of luck managing it all :hugs:
 
Oh and music. It's weird but I get instantly soothed listening to orchestral video game music from my childhood.
 
I think it could be worth mentioning to your doctor, Marie. Like Dobby said, hopefully they'll respect your wishes about medications but be able to give you advice about how to deal with it in other ways. I agree, counseling could be amazing, or a support group. Struggling with anxiety alone is hard enough when you're not pregnant.

I go through some bad patches of anxiety. For me it's often centered on hypochondria. I found that yesterday, just talking to the L&D nurse helped me relax enough that the BH calmed down. Feeling like I'm in control and like people take me seriously can be a huge help. Or just talking to somebody else.
 
Passed my Glucose test, thyroid is doing great, and my hemoglobin was good!! All great news.
 
I really don't want to involve my doctor into this. I know doctor is only going to send me to someone who is going to give a prescription plus I will have to deal with this information on my medical record and I really don't want to.
Where other place I can find therapy or something? I probably are going to deal with this alone since I can't talk with my mom (my only family) about this kind of thing and I definitely can't tell everything to my DH no matter how good our relationship is. You know they're things you only keep to yourself hehe.
 
Marie. :hugs: unfortunately a lot of out of insurance counseling is expensive. I would seek out a low income clinic and ask them for their counseling options. Just remember doctors serve you and cannot force you to do anything you don't want. You just have to be aggressive and firm. And you should be able to find a therapist who doesn't immediately jump to medications.

You can bring it up as looking for pregnancy support groups just to talk to women who are also pregnant and sharing your experience. Not make it about the anxiety. I guarantee women in the group will also have some form of anxiety that can relate and counselors can help guide you without medication. If I'm not mistaken, what's said on group stays in group unless you are a danger to yourself or others.

I really empathize. I can't talk to anybody either. They all freak out and make it about them. And my gyn is really pushy about therapy I don't want or suppprt I don't want. I do deal with mine on my own. But thus far I have only had two panic attacks that lasted <10m. If it gets worse, I would seek out help. I was born at 32 weeks with high anxiety because of my mom's constant state of stress throughout my pregnancy. So if I reached that point I would go in and do whatever I can, medication included, to prevent my kid from being premature and perpetually stressed like I was.
 
Marie - If you are interested in mindfulness, I believe there are online classes and I can recommend some workbooks. I only opted for this route upon the recommendation of a therapist who never once mentioned medication for me, but I can understand your concern. If it gets worse or does not get better with steps you take on your own, therapy may be your best option. Research shows that therapy alone is more effective than medication alone, although depending on the condition and intensity they can be more effective together. Maybe you can find a counselor nearby, rather than going through your doctor?
 
Just want to second mindfulness seems silly/dumb at first but it works so well. We had a counselor at my last school who taught mindfulness for 30m twice a week to my second graders. She always insisted teachers partake to set an example. It was so, SO nice.
 
Gagr that's great news!

Maries, I just wanted to say that I can completely understand where you are coming from not wanting to approach the subject with your doctor. I don't feel the same this pregnancy as I did with DD, I can't quite pinpoint why. It's not so much anxiety as this baby is a wriggler, but a lack of enjoyment of things and a short temper. DH is being really supportive, and I will discuss it with my midwife if things get worse. But for the time being I'd prefer to just see how things go. But that's a lot of why I'm not on here a great deal too.
 
Dobby that's great. I use it with my clients of all ages (mostly kids) as well if they can benefit :)
 
I have anxiety as well and I don't take medication for it daily because I'm not comfortable with it either. I do have medication for panic attacks but those are so few and far between my prescription expires before I use them all. Not that I was use it during pregnancy anyway. I've noticed my anxiety getting worse with pregnancy too.. I don't really know what mindfulness is, I'm going to have to look into that.

DH and I just finished up the the weekend labor and delivery course. Even as a second time mom it was helpful and he was so attentitive.. It was sweet, he really listened and wants to be a good birth partner. Anyone on the fence about attending one I just have to say that I am so glad we went.
 
Good stuff, Gagrl. And sorry some of you are dealing with bad anxiety.

Well, everyone now knows I'm pregnant. Telling BD's extended family went great. Everyone seemed really happy, despite the fact that the family just got 2 new babies (one in Sept, one in Dec). Also, BD's mom and her husband told us that they bought us a crib and change table (including a new mattress and change pad). I almost didn't know what to say. That's such a huge weight off our shoulders. They also said they got a 2nd change table for their place, so we have no excuse to not visit them a lot (they live an hour away).

Telling my friends at my party went alright too. A few people we no shows and a couple people there already knew, but those that didn't know were happy for us.

And then I announced on facebook today. It was obviously a surprise for a lot of people (and a few even asked if BD was the father, probably cuz we aren't actually a proper couple, lol). I also treated myself to a few new mat tops and some jeans. I finally feel like I'm ready to flaunt my bump and just enjoy things from here on out. :)
 
Pretty I'm so happy, I'm sure it's such a relief. Now it's time to enjoy!!
 
Pretty that is so wonderful! The announcements going so well, and the grandparents chipping in! Yay!

Weebles you reminded me I need to sign up. They only do them once a month, and I want June but I may do May. Idk. Gonna talk to my gyn on Friday about it.

I have spring break Friday. Hopefully buying a Rav 4 on Saturday. Want to get the chair rail and paint and blinds fixed in the nursery. Organize the stuff I have in there. My mom's coworker got me $100 to Amazon so I bought everything still on that registry to force people onto my BRUS one hah. Got two nursing scarves, a white noise machine, and a board book of "Goodnight Moon" since I don't have one. Still have $30 left, but going to hang onto that for other baby books after I inventory what I have from my K-2 years. I left a lot behind for the teachers after me. Or I may just wait for the next scholastic warehouse sale. They usually have one in June.
 
Quick question: Is having a baby shower at 33 weeks pregnant too early? The hall I'd like to have it at only has 1 opening in June: the 4th. Otherwise I'd have to wait til July 9th, which is 13 days before I'm due. Thoughts?
 
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