First trimester anxiety/depression?

Question

I am 5 weeks and 5 days pregnant. I have wanted to be a mom my entire life. When we decided to ttc I was diligent about doing everything I could to make sure it happened. It took much longer than expected. Anyway! So finally it has happened and all I can think about is losing the baby. It's taking over my life. I have become moody and irritable and I know it's taking a toll on my poor amazing and supportive husband.

Our first ultrasound is June 22nd. I just feel like I can't relax until I see our baby. I'm so scared it won't be there. I don't even feel pregnant. Very few symptoms (fatigue, off and on sore boobs, indigestion.)My HcG levels were checked last week and were in the high range but I still can't relax. Has anyone experienced this? I'm driving myself and everyone around me crazy. All insight appreciated. Thank you💞

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I could have written this! I was so scared every day, and had convinced myself whenever I went to see my baby, something would be wrong. I was calling the doctor almost every day and asking for ultrasounds constantly just to make sure my baby was okay. Finally at 8 weeks my doctor put me on Zoloft because she was concerned about my anxiety and depression, both in pregnancy and possibly post-partum. It's helped a tremendous amount. I still worry, and I'm sorry to tell you that you probably always will! It's part of being a mom and having someone other than yourself to care for. It's normal to have some level of worry, but if it's causing you panic attacks like it was for me, please talk to your doctor. That's not good for you or your little nugget.

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I was the exact same way. We had some issues getting pregnant, so I was mega intent on making sure I stayed pregnant.  Couldn't relax. Constantly worried. Every thought I had was consumed with "is the baby okay". Must have asked my husband over 1,000 times if he thought the baby was okay. I settled after the first ultrasound at seven weeks but still was a worrier. Once I could feel movement it calmed me. But I will tell you that some people are just prone to worrying. I'm 28 weeks and 4 days and still worry if I can't feel what I think is enough movement. I don't think I'll ever stop worrying, even when the baby comes! All I can tell you is try to stay calm and trust that God has given you such a precious gift and he will take care of you both! Best of luck to you!!

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I would push for earlier ultrasound if your doctor is cool with that. My first one was at 6 weeks and 6 days (high risk and almost 36yo). I will be praying for you that everything is okay. (((BIG HUGS)))) Good luck!! 😉

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I felt this way too it's a horrible feeling just try to take day by day and breath a sigh of relief when you reach the second trimester. I'm now 17 weeks with a girl who is growing like a weed.

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I should probably add that I am bipolar one disorder and I am on medication including Klonopin which reduces anxiety a lot. If this continues you may want to think about asking for a benzodiazepine anti-anxiety medication. Contrary to what some people say I took this type of medication with both of my children and they were fine. I am taking it with this one too and it helps my anxiety about the pregnancy a lot. I hope everything will work out for the best for you! ((hugs))

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Is there anyway you can get an earlier US? I've seen some had them at 6 weeks. Would that help?

First trimester anxiety/depression?

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