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Q: Lonely and empty at 9 weeks

asked by: SBL on April 27th, 2009

New User

I am 38 years old. At 9 weeks with an unplanned pregnancy. Am I depressed, and is what I'm feeling normal?

The father is someone whom I met only 4 months ago. He is supportive and looks forward to the baby (so he says).

Initially relieved that I could even get pregnant (first time), but now pregnant, I regret being so. I am not ready for this pregnancy.

I am hating everything about this pregnancy. I hate having to think about the pregnancy constantly, feeling fat, changing my lifestyle, worried about my future. I don't want to wake up in the mornings. I have no interest in anything. Am I depressed? Do I have dysthemia?

I am lucky to to have a first time pregnancy at 38. Why am I feeling this way? Am I a candidate for Post Partum??

Replies(5)

olivdjou11

replied on May 17th, 2009

New User

An unplanned pregnancy is a lot to accept sometimes. It is good that your guy is supportive. Remember everything happens for a reason. Kids are beautiful things, think of the wonderful chance of a family you have now. You cant really turn back time, try to stay positive about the whole situation. It will make things easier for both you and your man.

illustriously fickle

replied on May 28th, 2009

Experienced User

I am about 10 weeks pregnant and can relate to how you feel. I feel down and out, with no real enthusiasm for anything. I think that it is part of the process, though. And have heard from other women that after months 3-4, you start to feel back to your former self. At least that's what Im hoping for.

veryhopeful

replied on August 2nd, 2009

New User

SBL... how did you do... can you update us? I'm looking for hope.. thanks!

yogahoneybunny

replied on August 11th, 2009

Supporter

The low feelings for me went away during the second trimester. Just hold on and wait it out. Or, if you need to, talk to a counselor and/or your primary physician about alternatives.

abbott718

replied on November 11th, 2009

New User

Similar Situation

SBL,

How are you doing? I am in a similar situation and have an unplanned pregnancy with someone I've been with on and off for four years. He said he wanted a baby many times and now he says he's not ready. He is 34 and I am 38 so our circumstances are different.

I am devastated and don't know what to do. I'm scared and feel misled.

How did everthing work out for you? I hope you are well.

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