Terrified of abnormalities

[northeasrer]

I'm 38 and found out I'm pregnant. I
Happy surprise my end, he doesn't know yet and to be honest I don't know if I would be with him.

I'm five weeks in a few days and now I'm worried about the baby having abnormalities. I'm so happy I have a baby growing inside me and all I want is a healthy pregnancy.

I was so worried about it last night I started crying. I know I'm being irrational and have a scan booked in at 10 weeks (to the day of my last period).

Having a baby and knowing I may have to end the pregnancy due to the child's disability is a horrible thing to think about. I've also had two terminations as the first time I was 30 and didn't want children, second guy rejected me and we were going into a second lockdown. This pregnancy is wanted.

I understand your fears, but abnormalities are really rare.
I'm certain your baby will be absolutely fine.

Is there anyone you can talk to for reassurance?

One of my children has Down's Syndrome.
I didn't know until I gave birth to him (I opted out of tests due to my anxiety).
I can honestly say he is the best thing that ever happened to me. I wouldn't have him any other way.

I appreciate your concerns, but it is so rare for anything to be "wrong".

Thank you xxx

Thank you.

Yes I'm hoping it will be safe xxx

@northeasrer please remember, abnormalities are very, very rare. Congratulations on your pregnancy , statistically it is highly likely everything will go well . I hope the scan puts your mind at rest .