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angelbear217
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First Time Moms
Do ever feel that you will have no idea on what to do once the baby comes. I am feeling overwhelmed by the fact that in 4 months I will be responsible for this little baby and I have absolutely no clue as to how to raise her or that what I will do is right. DH says all first timers must feel the same way. I was wondering if that was true. Anyone else feel like this?
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Posted 8/22/06 11:27 AM  |
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megsmom
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Re: First Time Moms
Yea I totally feel this way and it amazes me when I talk to DH how clueless he is as well.. I think we are def. signing up for a child care class..
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| Posted 8/22/06 11:28 AM |
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PrincessP
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Re: First Time Moms
I dont necessarily feel this way but I think dh feels this way and that is making me a bit nervous bc I think he is going to totally rely on me for everything. Also the cost of everything is making me a little ill!
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| Posted 8/22/06 11:54 AM |
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lvdolphins
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Re: First Time Moms
I work in the child care field. I have ten years experience, but, Im going to be honest..Yes, I am nervous. All different things run through my head. I just  that both dh and I work hard together and raise our baby well.
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| Posted 8/22/06 11:59 AM |
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nrthshgrl
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Re: First Time Moms
If it helps as a BTDT, I can tell you we all have a stunned look when they give you the baby to go home. I couldn't believe they thought I knew what I was doing.
The Parenting Board will be a great source of comfort for help.
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| Posted 8/22/06 12:36 PM |
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Disneygirl
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Re: First Time Moms
I feel the same way too. But like you said I think all first time moms feel this way and everyone gets through it so I just hope for the best.
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| Posted 8/22/06 12:37 PM |
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Tah-wee-ZAH
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Re: First Time Moms
I only feel a bit nervous because I am having two and I only have two arms
I've always been a very good multi-tasker and I guess this is God's way of really stretching my talent
Nothing ever happens in a conventional way for me so I'll just roll with the punches like always.
ETA: I'm programming nrtshrgrl's number on my speed-dial
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| Posted 8/22/06 1:39 PM |
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LisaI
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Re: First Time Moms
I think we all felt like this at one point or another, but once that child is in your arms, it will all go away. It did for me with my DD. It'll be ok and all the anxiety is normal.
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| Posted 8/22/06 3:17 PM |
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GenLCSW
Baby # 3 is here!!!
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Re: First Time Moms
I definently feel that way!!
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| Posted 8/22/06 4:13 PM |
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angelbear217
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Re: First Time Moms
Posted by lvdolphins
I work in the child care field. I have ten years experience, but, Im going to be honest..Yes, I am nervous. All different things run through my head. I just that both dh and I work hard together and raise our baby well.
I am a teacher and have worked in day care also. I know how to change a diaper, feed a baby etc. It's just the when to do certain thingsb and the overwhelming feeling of responsibilty.
Thanks for all the support!
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| Posted 8/22/06 6:04 PM |
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CkGm
They get so big, so fast :(
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Re: First Time Moms
I know what to do with a bratty teenager but NO idea about babies. I am totally petrified.
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| Posted 8/22/06 7:26 PM |
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LIMOMx2
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Re: First Time Moms
Posted by nrthshgrl
If it helps as a BTDT, I can tell you we all have a stunned look when they give you the baby to go home. I couldn't believe they thought I knew what I was doing.
The Parenting Board will be a great source of comfort for help.
ditto. It will all come so naturally.
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| Posted 8/22/06 7:58 PM |
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LAMGAJ28
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Re: First Time Moms
Posted by nrthshgrl
If it helps as a BTDT, I can tell you we all have a stunned look when they give you the baby to go home. I couldn't believe they thought I knew what I was doing.
The Parenting Board will be a great source of comfort for help.
I think as a first time you get to feel this way. One of my friends recently gave birth and we went to see her at the hospital. I've been giving this some thought and wondering but it really hit me hard when I saw my friend and I was thinking that in a few, I'd be in her shoes. I feel that it's pretty overwhelming and thought of that day when I take the baby home....and like Barbara said, I'd probably have that same stunned look on my face. My only comfort is knowing that if millions of moms do it every day, I can do the same and you learn as you go.
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| Posted 8/22/06 10:19 PM |
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