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Well, I had just found out i was pregnant about a month ago. Even though me and the babys father had seperated I was happy that I was given this wonderful gift that i had prayed to God about.
Well, my body suffered. I gained twenty pounds in the two and a half months I was pregnant, and i didn't care because I was pregnant. Well two days ago I lost the baby. A few days before that I lost my house, my job (due to reasons I wish not to explain.), i was so stressed. Right now Im with my sister and I lost the baby.
A part of me was kind of relieved that this happened because I knew I wasn't ready for baby, I strongly dissagree with Abortions and I knew if i had gone through the whole pregnancy I knew I wouldn't have been able to give him/her up. (the father didn't want to be apart of my or the babys life).
I was, at best, ok until my friend posted the pictures of her newborn daughter on her myspace and I was hit with depression.
im putting all my energy into exercising and I just don't know how to move past everything.....
I don't know where this is suppose to end. Im sorry.
I am so sorry for you. I think if you put all your energy into becoming healthy, both emotionally and physically, you will heal and life will be good. Focus on what you can change. Healthy eating, exercise, and finding a job. Of course, you have to mourn your loss but surround yourself with positive people and positive thinking and your life will become what you have always wanted it to be.
Suzy
I am so sorry. I've never been through anything as tough as that, so I don't know what else to say.
Hope you find a way to move on so you can continue with your life.
I am very sorry for your loss.
LindsayL0ve, I'm so sorry to hear about these very hard times you're going through!
Take it easy on yourself. This is truly a low spot you're in, so you need some nurturing, not making yourself feel bad. It is not your fault that the pregnancy came to an end.
Is there a local counseling service for women who miscarry? Sometimes hospitals sponsor support groups--it might be good to connect with other women who know what you're going through.
Now isn't the time to worry about weight loss. You shouldn't overeat as a form of self-medication, of course--just concentrate on healthy eating and on getting through this.
Thanks, everyone. it seems hard to talk about it to my family, my friends. its hard. All i want to do is stay in bed and feel sorry for myself.
sometimes i feel as if people don't understand.
You're grieving, and that's natural. I don't know what your history is, but natural grief and depression are not the same thing, though grief can fester and become depression if it's not handled well.
Now is not a good time for you to be making big decisions. You need a chance to come to terms with your loss. I'm sorry that the people closest to you don't seem to understand. I'm sure they want to. Can you choose one person that you know will listen, even if they don't fully comprehend, and open yourself up to them? I know it's a scary thought, but it could be very healing.
Even if you don't have someone to trust with your feelings, be respectful of them yourself. The pain your are experiencing is very real, and you're well within your rights in feeling it.
Thanks, everyone. it seems hard to talk about it to my family, my friends. its hard. All i want to do is stay in bed and feel sorry for myself.
sometimes i feel as if people don't understand.
Grieving is not feeling sorry for yourself, you have every right. Healing takes time so don't listen to anyone who says "get over it" because they truly don't understand. I lost 2 so I know how you feel. Although you will never be the same, I promise you will feel better soon
My prayers and thoughts are with your right now. I lost 4 of my precious babies along the way, and I know how much it hurts. But, you will get through this and you will find peace and acceptance. Take the time to mourn your loss. Don't let anyone tell you how to feel. Just keep praying and God will hold your hand through this rough patch in your life.
Just lost my baby
I'm sorry.
So sorry for your loss... I second everything Suzzyy said. Sounds like you are taking some steps in the right direction by taking care of yourself.
I'm sure they want to. Can you choose one person that you know will listen, even if they don't fully comprehend, and open yourself up to them? I know it's a scary thought, but it could be very healing.
