Worried about my baby?

Question

So last night was the worst. A lot of stuff was happening and I was hysterically bawling my eyes out on and off until 5 in the morning. I was screaming at people and my stomach was in knots because I was really scared. This wasn't something dumb, like my boyfriend breaking up with me or my Dad taking away my phone. I'm almost 20 weeks pregnant and I've heard that a lot of stress can bring on early labor or stuff like that...I think I felt my baby moving last night after it was all over but I can't be sure. I have an appointment on Wednesday but I was just wondering if you've heard of anyone having a miscarriage because of stress? I haven't been getting cramps or anything but I'm really worried. Does it sound like everything is ok? Thanks guys.

Answer 1

You're fine.

Stress can cause miscarriage in early early pregnancy, as is very rare.

If you've had no cramping or bleeding, and your water hasn't broken, consider yourself safe.

Trust me, my car was stolen last week (I got it back, but it was the scariest day of my life) and I spent the entire day screaming and bawling and having an absolute nervous breakdown.

I was scared, just like you.

If you're able to feel movement, eat something, and drink some cold juice, and just spend an hour relaxing.

The glucose from the food should get baby moving.

Good luck

Answer 2

I haven't ever heard of it but I guess it could be possible if your heart rate really increases a lot. But I guess since I never heard of it happening it's not all too common.

I wouldn't worry too much about it. I don't know the symptoms of a miscarriage but I think cramps are one of them, and since you don't have any I'd say your okay.

At your appointment you should ask the doctor any questions you have about stress and miscarriages.