stress and pregnancy

[Mirkeli]

I am 19 weeks along and the father and I fight everyday, screaming and crying kind of fights. Afterwards im shaking out of anger...How does this effect my child? I feel so guilty.

[KTowne]

As long as you know it is bad and you're correcting it that's all you can do! All couples fight, and the first year of a babies life is the hardest, so the extra strain really puts a test to a relationship, but you can always work it out and grow, as a couple and family! Good luck hun!

[Mirkeli]

Its so hard.. We are taking a break right now. You ladies helped me make the decision, thank you. My baby is definately more important.. I didnt think fighting was so bad... I feel awful.

[KTowne]

It can put you into preterm labor, and obviously your baby would not survive at this stage. It's not healthy to be fighting all the time, especially when the baby comes, he/she can't be involved in all of the fighting. If it's something that can't be resolved, of course you should kick him to the curb and focus on your child.

[kaalaharvey]

Well, if you get worked up your baby gets worked up. Your blood starts pumping and you feel anxiety and the same thing happens to your baby. Have you ever seen a mom and dad fight in front of a baby? The baby instant gets upset because its mother is upset. Same thing with inside the body, it will be under stress as well. It's best to avoid stressful situations and not get worked up if possible. Good luck on this!