Is it normal to be this emotional so early in pregnancy?

Question

First I would like to to say that I am married 8 years have a girl 7, and a boy 4. I got pregnant by accident. I was on depo for 4 years, went on the patch, then three weeks ago got the IUD--during the two weeks the IUD gave me a real bad infection and when i went to the emergancy room I found out i was pregnant aug 12. I was in shock, I still am! now Im goint through so much emotions theres times that im thrilled, I can do it but others I think what about the money, i can't do this, what! when! where! and why! and I cry. My husband is thrilled, and so are my little ones. I'm scared to tell my mom because she always told me not to have anymore because then I will be stuck. her words keep echoing and bothering me. I was never this emotional with my other two! Is this normal at all? or am i going crazy?

Answer 1

It is totally normal!  Especially with this pregnancy being a surprise...

It probably has more to do with worrying about finances and adapting to an unexpected expansion of family than it does with hormones.

I just had my third child that was unexpected also.  I had her 10 days ago and am still emotional because of the same reasons you say you are!!  I will even admit that since she was born, I have still had thoughts of "i can't handle this!"  but just remember that you can and will... it's impossible not to handle it.  :)

I waited a while to tell my mom as well, for the same reason.  In the end, I'm sure she will be excited to have another beautiful grand-baby and she will always be proud of the mom you are.

Answer 2

Yes, its normal. especially with an unplanned birth. Soooo many emotions to go though when that happens. Your excited on one hand but shocked and nervous on the other. Once all of this sets in on your mind a little longer you will be a little less emotional about it and everything will start to fall into place. Good luck hun! and Congrats!!  

Answer 3

yes it is, i found out about my pregnancy and i was shocked to, i got pregnant so fast that it was very overwhelming at first, my hubby was thrilled i was more in shock, i totally understand how you feel and its completely normal to feel this way.....its also normal to be so emotional too, i would cry about every little thing at first until i better adjusted to the hormones......hang in there you will figure out a way to handle this financially if you want this baby you can make it work....you will be okay, congrats and good luck...

Answer 4

I was very emotional during early stages of pregnancy.  One minute fine then crying then happy etc.  I think things around you, like your situation has an impact and you may not get as upset over stuff if you wernt pregnant due to the hormones but it is crazy how emotional we get.

I cried the other day because i felt rejected by my cat.  I was stroking him and falt so calm listening to him purr when he got up and left the room.  That broke my heart and i started crying.  When i eventually stopped and the cat returned i cried again and even said to him, "you came back".  I cried with happiness because of that.  Now thats not something which i usually do so pregnancy has a huge impact on your emotions and will totally take over how you are feeling or how you will deal with things.  I've been like it for months

Answer 5

Yes it's normal!!!!Congrats!!!!and Good Luck!!!!!

Answer 6

Of course its normal! Especially with an unplanned pregnancy. All those crazie hormones, and negative words from your Mom don't help either. But you should tell her! She can't be upset that she is going to have another perfect little grand baby! Who woulndt LOVE that news?! Congrats and good luck!

Answer 7

Holy smokes, my first was very emotional.  The first 1/3 is a trying time for mom, but even more for dad (me daddy and know).  Feel lucky you didn't have the emotions with the other two.  Each pregnancy is different (or could be).  Our 2nd was a breeze and no emotions.

Good news is, 2nd gets better, and the 3rd is even better (but the 3rd is pretty tough on the back and the body though).

That being said, talk to your doctor and be honest.  You may want to consider speaking with a theorpist if for anything, just to talk.

Answer 8

Yes and trust me it will be ok.. i have 2 kids also a 5 and 6 year old sons and im only 23 i found out i was pregnant in April i was devastated but my husband was thrilled i didnt want another baby because i was just not ready for that it was hard enough with 2. But now im 24 weeks and i am sooooo freaking happy i cant wait to have him (another boy) but at first i felt the same as you...but it will get better. good luck :)

Answer 9

hormonal rush and imbalances due to pregancy is the culprit. you're adjusting babe! its normal.