really nervous about labour

[Momino]

this is my 3rd baby so why am i so scared and nervous about impending labour? i'm having low, period-like pains and have had a show over the week so know labour isn't far away.

1st two labours were a bit horrendous with the 2nd resulting in PND which i'm still dealing with but much better than a year ago when i sought help. to prepare for this one, i've been listening to hypnotherapy CDs, breathing exercises, talking to GP, MW, counsellor, took a refresher course etc. but I still don't feel confident, prepared for the pain and not able to relax.

today,just feeling really down and burst out crying to DH that i don't want to do this (no choice, eh ?)... please could anyone else offer advice, does anyone feel this way? why isn't myexcitement for the new baby's arrival taking over my fear?

i actually, don't expect anyone to have any answers for me but it does help to know others feel similarly, i'm not alone.

thanks, xx

I'm so sorry you're feeling crappy. Only have 1 baby so can;t really offer advice just encouragement. Couldn't just ignore your message!)

Sounds like you've had some tough births and are nervous abou the next. Hopefully you've also had two great kids and the third will be worth it.

Keep talking to your husband, GP, MW etc.

Personally, I'm PETRIFIED a the thouht of being pregannt and having another baby. AT the same time I would like to have another so I suppose I can understand that.

Good luck!!!

thanks so much mumblecrumble. i do feel better now with a bit of reassurance from DH. i did get through the births of dd1 and 2 and if i just concentrate on how lovely they are and how lucky to have them i am, i'll do my best to concentrate on what's at the end of this upcoming labour.

good luck to you as well. x

great advice starlight, I'm going to re-read when i get nervous again.

thanks so much for the support.