Emotionally detached

[CupcakeLove26]

Hello mamas. I'm due Feb. 14th with my second child. I'm still so emotionally detached from this baby. Probably because of the stress of knowing my husband doesn't want this child. He wasn't ready for another one and this was an oopsie moment. Are any other ladies here feeling this way? Does it get better? I have depression issues and fear it'll be even worse postpartum. Any advice you can share?

[mummy_times_2]

This is our 3rd baby and a very big oopsie, I just lost 15kg of 25kg I aimed for and I was finally ok with having just our 2 boys. I'm very unsure still at 27 weeks and very stressed but I know once she is in my arms my feelings will change and I've come to terms with how blessed I am to even be able to carry children. I have a history with post partum depression so im very much just surrounding myself with positive vibes and constantly reassuring myself everything happens for a reason and its ok to ask for help and seek advice etc.. x

[mortishanight]

I hope it has gotten better for you since this post. I am dealing with the same lack of feeling. I am 26 weeks now and still not "happy" about being pregnant. My husband is very excited and happy, I was just not ready for my 3rd pregnancy. I recommend just talking to friends or seeing a counselor.

[TeeDollas]

I'm am also going through the same situation but this is my first child... My ex boyfriend of 3years also doesn't want the child being that he has other children... I don't know how to cope with this sometimes so I try to stay away from him being that he always makes me feel & think negative about her... I do love her but I am concerned about our future I'm hoping this is just a faze because I really wanna be happy again...  

[KaleidoscopeDream]

I'm having the same issue. This is my second and a huge surprise that both me and my husband aren't ready for. We weren't sure if we wanted more children and I was very depressed the first trimester. It's a little bit better now, but I still don't feel as excited or happy as with my first. I'm hoping it will pass once the baby is born and I can meet him/her.

I'm also mildly concerned about postpartum. I suggest letting your loved ones (partner, family, friends) know the symptoms they should look out for so you can get help sooner. Best of luck!