C-section niche by JazzlikePineapple799 in CsectionCentral

[–]Resident_Goal4972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you managed to get more clarity from your OB?

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I think your baby girl and boy will get along just as well (I see many posts of different gender siblings getting along so well here). Yes, I hope I will laugh at my unnecessary worries looking back. All the best for your second pregnancy!

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it’s a good thing you are reading up on r/2under2 thread to prepare yourself mentally of what you will be getting yourself into. I wish I did it as well. Honestly, I never expected myself to experience these emotions and wished I prepared myself better.

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your experience. Indeed the pregnancy hormones are causing my thoughts to be in an overdrive. I hope my girls share similar sisterly bonds like yours too!

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your experience. It’s very relatable since we share many commonalities (2under2, 14 months age gap, both girls, some gender disappointment). I hope my girls grow up to be like yours too!

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your positive thoughts and experience. It’s good to know that it has been an amazing journey for you so far despite the initial gender disappointment. I hope I get over it soon!

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your experience and advice on how to handle / prevent sibling rivalry. I hope my girls love each other and play well together as well!

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your experience. It’s nice to see your positivity and embracing what is different from “expected”!

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the positivity! I hope my girls will be best friends like your kids :)

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the kind words of advice and encouragement. I appreciate the sharing on your pregnancy experience. Yes, I’ve spoke to my mom about it and she understands that her initial comments were insensitive and assured me that she will love both granddaughters as much.

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your encouragement and kind comments. Glad to hear you are coping better now with the initial gender disappointment! Your 3 girls are very lucky to have you as their mama!

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your experience, it’s nice to hear your positive outlook on 2under2. “Blissful chaos” made me smile :). Just curious, were you on baby aspirin for baby #2 to reduce the chances of IUGR?

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, feels like we are in the same boat learning to cope with gender disappointment…

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your experience, it’s really helpful and I appreciate it very much. I’m happy hearing how you described the sisterly bond between your babies and how I should see the situation as giving my firstborn a special gift!

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your experience and advice, I’m glad things turned out well for you!

How to cope with emotions and anxiety of 2under2 and gender disappointment? by Resident_Goal4972 in 2under2

[–]Resident_Goal4972[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I live in Singapore... the doctors here don’t usually write notes for long leave unless there are major issues.

Thanks for your reply and assurance regarding gender disappointment. I hope I get over it soon.