My Mum didn't bring me up but as adults we have formed a good relationship and I do very much care about her and love her. She lives in Australia and I in the UK. Recently she had a big operation and in recovery took a couple of mini strokes. After 2 weeks it seems her condition is getting worse and has stopped eating and not doing any physio. I think the hospital have her on too much medication but that's just a feeling. Her partner has asked me to go over and see her to help lift her spirits. And although I agree it would help it would mean leaving my 2 DC (5 and 7) for just over a week. I know DH will look after them and everyone will be fine, but I can't bear the thought of being so far away from them and for so long. I can barely manage a night away from them when I have gone to see friends.
I feel like I'm stuck between a rock and a hard place. I do want to help but the whole thing is giving me major anxiety.
Oh and also I am 7 weeks pregnant. My last 2 pregnancies ended in miscarriage and I'm scared this one is going the same way. I have a scan on Thursday.
Should I go, or should I kindly refuse?