going to the doctors

[amylnb]

i found out i was pregnant at 11 weeks and it came as quite a shock. i went to the doctors but was unsure if i was ready for a baby as i am only young, i have now decided that i am having my baby but am really scared about going back to the doctors as i am unsure of what kind of tests they will need to do?i no this sounds silly, could anyone help me please? thanks x

[redcrx]

have you seen the midwife yet? Most GP surgeries will pass you straight for a booking in appointment wth a midwife as there is a scan that a lot of hospitals do at around 12 weeks.
when you say tests, what are you worried about? They will take blood samples about 4 times over the pregnancy and will need dsamples of your urine at every visit but there are no intrusive tests usually.
Please call and make an appointment to see a midwife if one has not been given to you yet. be sensible with what you eat, cut out alcohol and smoking if need be as well.

[daginge]

(From Mrs daginge! ..)I was scared to death about having our son, all the books we got from friends were from around 1980 and had terrible stories about internal examinations and graphic diagrams and it put me right off! I had a shower and prepared myself for the worst the first time I went to see the midwife, and all she did was take a family history, take some blood, and book me a scan for around 12 weeks!! I sailed through it, and Im the biggest scardycat ever, so dont worry, you will be fine!! Any advice you need, just ask!!

[nuttymum]

You really will be fine. make sure you have some support when the time actually comes, and just make sure you get yourself all prepared by about 35 weeks just in case. Ask your midwife if they offer any breathing or relaxation classes to help you deal with the labour, they will really help you to be ready for whats coming. Just keep asking friends or relatives what to expect, and if they have any advice(helpful) to offer, then its all free and helpful!

[pixie_woo]

Hi there & congratulations!
As the other ladies have said, the midwife will go through a list of set questions to get a full picture of yours & families medical history. She may take blood at the first appt or that may happen a little later.
Local authorities often offer support groups for young mums where you can meet & swap info with others in your situation. Ask your midwife if she knows of any groups that meet in your area.

If you have any questions, no matter how daft they may seem, then we are always here.

Good luck with everything xx