Feeling lousy and incompetent at 31+ weeks with pre-eclampsia & GD

Hello! I’m at 31+ weeks with pre-eclampsia and gestational diabetes. Although I don’t exercise, I’ve been trying very hard to watch diet and keeping blood sugar in good check, but the conditions doesn’t improve. My baby is most probably due by C-sect anytime now should the doc deems fit and will require NICU (private rates). I worry for baby’s health and the hefty costs to be incurred from NICU. I have very supportive and encouraging husband and family. But I cannot help feeling lousy and incompetent and seems like nothing is within my control. I stopped talking to baby for a while because I’ll cry when I do so. Even now as I’m typing this I’m tearing and I’ve been having sleepless nights. What can I do to change my mindset and be positive and not transfer my fears to baby? What more can I do to ease my body conditions and to reduce financial burden? Thank you everyone, I really really need help. Thank you.

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Super Mum

Hugs. It is indeed a difficult time for you. Try DISTRACTION. What makes you laugh and feel happier? Watch some comedies tv shows, read some books, play music, etc. Immerse yourself in those happy activities and you will slowly feel better, not so overwhelmed. You can even do it with your hubby, some bonding time before baby comes. You have already done your best, carrying your unborn child for so long.

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