pregnant and separating

Philippines
April 29, 2010 2:58am CST
I'm currently 5 months pregnant and going through separation, what can i possibly do to reduce stress? I fear so much for my baby but my husband don't seem to care. I am ready to separate from him but i don't think i can handle the stress especially when i also have a 2-yr old daughter to take care of. Help.
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@Ravenladyj (22904)
• United States
29 Apr 10
Can you handle the stress staying is and will continue to put on you and your 2 yr old?? Thats the question... I'm a firm believer that if a relationship has gone sour, staying is NEVER the answer....The fact that you are pregnant makes it even more so... How do you hand the stress? you lean on the ppl in your life that love you and care..AND you realize that you are doing whats best for you and your kids..both short term and in the long run...After all you dont want your daughter (or either of your kids) to grow up thinkin that staying in an unhappy relationship is acceptable do you?
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@crys7881 (249)
• United States
29 Apr 10
Oh my goodness hunny I am sooo sorry!!! I am 5 months pregnant now too and I am so thankful to my boyfriend that I don't have to work and I can stay home with my other two kids and all!!! I will tell you though that I was a single mom with two kids befoer I got with my boyfriend and it was really hard but my kids are my life and I do everything for them!! It won't be easy but you can definitely do it!! Hopefully your husband will at least step up and be willing to help out once the baby is born. Just remember kids are a blessing and no matter how hard it is thay are definitely worth it!! If you ever want to talk I am here =)
• Philippines
30 Apr 10
Thanks so much. I'm glad things worked out for you. I imagine that it would really be hard to be a single mom but for my kids, i'll do anything. I'm now in a very sad mode and still stressed. I'm beginning to questions if I'll ever find a partner again. But if I don't then it's ok, at least I have my kids. Thanks again dear. :)
@mensab (4200)
• Philippines
29 Apr 10
oh my... i understand how difficult your situation is right now. having a baby is supposed to be a blissful experience, but coupled with separation from a partner is not at all blissful. stressful, i must say. i do not understand how come your husband does not care, if it is his baby. please bear patience and sobriety for the baby and your health. hold on, keep on.. your family can be your strongest support.
@junrapmian (2169)
• Philippines
30 Apr 10
I don't know whatever is the reason for the separation. Have you talk it over with your husband? Have you both agreed on the separation? I wished you have come to terms in accordance with what is legally acceptable. Now, for you who is pregnant with your baby...I know it's hard not to think about what's going on, it will really be sleepless nights ahead, but I suggest you take care of your self, rest more and take things wholeheartedly. Think of the baby, the stressed-out you are the more it affect the baby. Just pray that it will be over soon. Good luck!
@p3ks626 (6538)
• Philippines
30 Apr 10
Im very sorry to hear that. How can your husband be so heartless. Have you ever tried to talk to him about your problem. I think its hard if you are going to be the only one who's going to take care of your kids. I feel bad for him and also for you and your kids. Maybe you should just talk it out. I know there;s still something good in your husband and maybe he really cares but doesnt want to show cause maybe something is preventing him. Just try to talk it out for the sake of your family. I dont know that exact reason why you are separating. I just hope that before you do that the reason is something that's really heavy that you have to give up on it. But if you still can, dont.
• Philippines
30 Apr 10
I am sorry to hear that. You don't deserve to feel that way! You deserve to be happy. What I can advise you is to stay away from stressful situations or instances that will make worry you or will make you feel stressed. Remember that the baby in your womb is very sensitive and the baby can also feel what you're going through. Go out with family and friends! Celebrate life! Talk about you baby and happy thoughts. Take care of the baby and don't mind your husband. If he does not care about the baby then let him! Always think of what is best for you,your 2 yr old daughter end most especially the baby in your womb. Good day.
@mensab (4200)
• Philippines
29 Apr 10
oh my... i understand how difficult your situation is right now. having a baby is supposed to be a blissful experience, but coupled with separation from a partner is not at all blissful. stressful, i must say. i do not understand how come your husband does not care, if it is his baby. please bear patience and sobriety for the baby and your health. hold on, keep on.. your family can be your strongest support.
@daliaj (5674)
• India
29 Apr 10
That is a very difficult situation. You need support from family at this stage. Please talk to your husband personally about this. Please be a lilttle patient for your family. You can escalate this issue to your family and your husbaband's family if you need support. Please try to be cool and think that many people survived in this world without support.
• Philippines
30 Apr 10
Go separate from your husband and take care of your children. You're bound to be a mother and that's your job. If you can't handle them then You're not supposed to be a mother.
• Philippines
29 Apr 10
I am so sorry to hear that. I guess now is the time to reinforce friends. Get help from friends and your family. They can be a very good source of joy. Every day, find some reasons to get excited about your baby. Focus on the baby in your womb and don't mind your husband. Pregnant women should be treated with care. They are very fragile because they are emotionally unstable. Go with people who can give you love and care. Remember that whatever you feel, your baby feels it too. God bless you.
@Kisha14 (117)
• Philippines
30 Apr 10
You need to have a support for your family like what they've said. You talk to your husband first and site what is your problem. If still he dont care you talk to your friends or family where they can help you throughout your pregnancy. Be strong for your kids don't let yourself down.
• Philippines
30 Apr 10
Its hard to raise up a child all by yourself. Why won't you talk to your husband and discuss about your children's support from their father. What ever you and your husband are going through, that's nothing to do with your children.