Is this antenatal anxiety?

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Feeling really desperate at the moment. I'm 16 weeks into a much wanted 3rd pregnancy and my anxiety Is out of control. It started almost as soon as I got my PBF - I was convinced I'd miscarry to the point of seriously considering termination just to get it over with. The only way I've been able to cope is by pretending I'm not pregnant. I've not told anyone apart from my DH and my line manager at work. I won't discuss the pregnancy with DH as it's too upsetting and any midwife or scan appointment has me in tears for days. I can't sleep some nights for worrying - I lie in bed convinced I've had a MMC and won't find out until 20 week scan. I've had to take a few days off work but don't know what to do going forwards.

Oh darling, it sounds like you are really going through it! From personal experience that definitely sounds like anxiety. Please consider talking to your midwife and/or GP, as there is lots you can do to try and feel better. Talking therapy and medication both worked wonders for me. Stress and anxiety are not good for you or your baby, and you don't need to suffer alone or in silence. Has it been triggered by anything specific (previous loss/birth trauma etc)?

I had a scare at 39 weeks with DC 2 - I presented with reduced movements and they couldn't find a heartbeat. Everything turned out ok but I think it really scared me. I also had some time off last year due to stress at work - went back the week before I found out I was pregnant.