Feeling a little low...

[YorkshireBee]

Hi all, I'm 7 weeks today and finding it all a bit of a struggle. The nausea kicked in properly this week and I've been sick a couple of times. It seems worse at night so I'm not sleeping well and I can't face eating much in the day. I'm fortunate that I'm able to work from home because I don't think I could face the office at the moment.

I've suffered with anxiety for years, mainly health anxiety, and I absolutely hate feeling unwell. The thought of this going on for another 5, 6, 7... weeks, or much longer, is hideous. I also feel quite low and isolated because we're not telling anyone until after the first scan, so I'm essentially going through it alone, albeit with a very supportive husband who's doing as much as he can to help.

Has anyone else felt like this? Any tips on getting past it and trying to feel more excited about everything, as I feel like I should be? Thanks.

Hi Yorkshire bee. I have Health Anxiety too. I was just about to post. I had the opposite to you. I had no sickness at all and as a result felt I would miscarry. The health anxiety plays tricks with you- it makes you feel things so much more. I am not sure about your area but I told the midwife about my past health anxiety and she gave me a card for an NHS counselor who specializes in maternity. I have made an appointment and hope it will help me relax. xxx

Thanks @bearface that's really helpful. I was wondering if there might be some mental health support so I hope there is in my area too. I've had the letter today for my first appointment (2 weeks' time) so I'll make sure I ask then.
I think my anxiety is probably making my nausea worse! If I could relax a bit more I'm sure it would help. Feeling a little better this afternoon though as it has eased a bit.
Hope all goes well with your counsellor and your pregnancy - just count yourself lucky you've had an easy ride so far with your symptoms!