Giving birth nerves

Having baby number 2, first baby is now 3 and a half. Starting to feel abit apprehensive for giving birth this time however didn’t feel this way first time. Am I the only one that feels this way??

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Nooo I feel this way right now but 9 year gap. Im terrified lol

I am also starting to feel a bit nervous. My daughter is 22 months and her birth was pretty quick, straightforward and did it mostly natural with some gas&air. I feel like I need more than that this time round but aware the labour could be even faster and I am just nervous for that level of pain again and going natural but don't really know what options I'd want to go for without potentially adding complications 😬

In the exact same boat🙋🏼‍♀️ way more terrified this time around

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Help please am not sure x

Hey girls can any ine see a faint line on this test my eyes are defo deseving me 😴😴😪

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Pls help!

Hey Mamas , when did u start going for walks with baby? I only step out for appointments and it’s so refreshing ! I’m a lil anxious to go out with just me and baby , in case she starts crying and all😭 I really wanted to go for a walk today but now I’m like cba🥲 She will be 2 months this weekend.

Has anyone attended any baby sessions with other mummies ? How’s it going x

Just finding it hard , anyone else feel like this?

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Has anyone found a good pregnancy pillow? I have an Ikea one which is flat and does nothing and then bought a baby bub pillow but that is just so uncomfortable 😭

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Is anyone else who is not pregnant with their first experiencing really strong braxton hicks? I do not remember them being so intense in the past. They are even waking me up at night. I’m assuming it’s just because it’s my third pregnancy- anyone else the same?

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Am I being naive?

I haven't done any official birthing classes ($300+ is just ridiculous) but I'm pretty proactive on YouTube and online article to the point I've started to be bored cuz I have so many "I already know that" moments.

As for anxiety and fear of being in labor idk why but im really not anxious, I kind have a chill, my body is designed to give birth attitude. I have music and pain management techniques memorized and Ive started a daily (more like every 3 days, lol, but im getting better) stretching/exercise routine.

But I honestly can't tell if im being naive or if I really am preparing enough. Any advice?

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