37 weeks pregnant lost my mum 18 months ago finding it hard to cope with

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I lost my mum 18 months ago to cancer, now Iam weeks away from giving birth to my first child.
My mental health has been unstable since mums death and it is even more difficult to deal with whilst been pregnant.
I have recently discovered that my partner would rather not be with me for the whole duration of my labour leaving me alone to deal with an emotional and frightening experiance. I have no other family to support me for the labour and feel very hurt at the moment.

Hi,
Sorry about your mum it is so awful to be pregnant and not have your mum there for you. I lost my mum when I was 5 months pregnant, I didn't have a partner and gave birth on my own. It was hard but I was proud of myself that I did it all on my own. Is there a possibility that you could find a doula to be there for you? I'm not sure how much they cost but maybe it could be an option? If you would like to chat with someone who's been through the same thing. Please don't hesitate to write me back.

Hi, I know I'm replying late to this post, but I really hope everything went well for you with the birth. I am due to give birth any day now really and I also lost my mum about 2 and half years ago now, so I know a little bit of how you're feeling. It's really difficult to go through pregnancy without your mum, especially seeing other people with theirs at appointments etc. and when midwives ask you questions sometimes. I have found though that going to antenatal groups and meeting other women has been so helpful, and my female friends have been there for me in a way that has made such a difference. I hope you've had a chance to meet other parents, but if not I would say it is the best way I've found to feel a bit less alone xx