Unexpectedly pregnant with a second and feeling overwhelmed rather than happy

[MyPearlOP]

Hi everyone. I have a 4-year-old daughter and I just found out I’m pregnant again. Logically, I know a sibling would be good for her, but I am struggling deeply right now. I had a very difficult experience with my first pregnancy and the early years, and I’m finding myself incredibly stressed and honestly, quite sad instead of happy. I feel like I won’t be able to handle this. I’m overwhelmed by guilt because I don’t have that feeling of joy everyone talks about. Has anyone else been through this? Did anyone else feel this way when they were unexpectedly pregnant or just overwhelmed by the prospect of a second child? Could really use some perspective and support

I remember having a ‘what have I done’ moment even though I was trying to get pregnant. So don’t think your doubt is unusual.
Remember that every pregnancy is different, no need to assume that this will be the same as the last. And personally, I found going from none to one far worse than one to two.

Exactly the same reaction I had. Just thought what have I done when I see the double line. I was terrified and cried for 2 days. Hope I can manage this stress as it is not good for the baby.
thank you so much for your response x