Re: Pregnancy after Stillborn Baby; Scared to Become Attached
I am so sorry for the loss of your baby. Although I have been through a miscarriage, I can’t begin to understand the depth of your emotions following a stillbirth. I would definitely talk to your OB about your feelings though. I would guess that, due to your history, you can have pretty regular ultrasounds which might help make this pregnancy a bit more real for you as you progress through these last 14 weeks. And she can probably also refer you to local support groups and therapists who deal specifically with your issues. I do have a good friend who lost a baby in her last month of pregnancy and she found great comfort in our hospital’s support group for mothers who had lost babies. That and/or one-on-one counseling are, in my opinion, your best opportunities for conquering your fears so that you can fully enjoy the beautiful baby who is on its way to you.
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