Constant dread feeling - 9 weeks

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I'm 9 weeks pregnant currently and have this constant feeling of dread that I cannot shake. Worth mentioning that I do suffer with anxiety and panic disorder that I have had CBT for, but this year my mood has been generally much improved and I am able to find happiness in small moments, practicing gratitude etc. but in the last few weeks I have this constant dread feeling, I'm not tearful or particularly sad or anxious as such, but it's like a black cloud that won't shift. I'm finding it hard to be excited for my baby and I'm scared if the feeling will still be here when they arrive. I already have a 7 year old. I'm on sertraline already so I'm not sure what the doctor would recommend, I know hormones are crazy especially in the first trimester so I'm praying it goes soon. This baby wasn't planned as such, we planned to try at the end of the year so I got pregnant earlier than planned but I just can't feel excited 😭

It's completely understandable to feel a sense of dread, especially during pregnancy, which can be a time of significant emotional and physical changes. Many people experience a range of emotions, including anxiety and uncertainty, particularly in the first trimester. It's important to recognize that your feelings are valid. Pregnancy can bring about anxiety, especially if it wasn't planned. Allowing yourself to feel these emotions without judgment can be a helpful first step. In addition, you can reference https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/pregnancy/4836564-9-weeks-pregnant-and-feeling-so-anxious-and-negative geometry dash breeze