I'm Pregnant

So sorry to hear Faith x

Sorry to hear that... I had one too, it is very common and certainly the first time around.

Take care.

Take time for yourself it is a horrible experience I have had 7 miscarriages over the years and you will need some time. Even if you feel fine now 

I am truly sorry. We are all here for you x

I lost the baby.

Hi Faith, first congratulations you soon gonna be a mum and not just any mum but a happy mum. Secondly, kindly be optimistic about the pregnancy and the newborn would be well. It does not mean that since you have a certain condition so definitely your child will have the same. Be positive and all will be well. It feels good to expect a bundle of joy. I am happy for you dear.

I agree 100% with NAS39248!

I've got a 14 month old and she came when I was past 43. 

Firstly breathe! Second congratulations, I understand the worry about having a sick baby or something happening at birth, I have 4 children between 22 years and 11 months and each one is different, all but one were early and very small 2 spent time in nicu and are fine one contracted group b strep and nearly died repeatedly but she is now a very quirky 8 year old ( currently awaiting asd assessment)  the point is that just because you have health problems doesn't mean your baby will I have multiple that my children did not inherit. Do check on medication some is fine when pregnant but not when feeding (long time off but it goes quick) 

Keep talking to people as your hormones are going to be all over the place (maybe that was just me!) 

Good luck to you 

I think you're thinking the wrong way around. How are you going to handle a 'normal' child? ;-)

But seriously, there are about one million things to worry about when pregnant.

I'd say

1. First get through the first trimester;

2. Find out if you're not carrying twins;

3. If you're taking meds find out if you can take them.

I can't give you any advice, but congratulations, and I hope everything works out for you!

All the best.

I don't think having a baby who might be autistic is anything really to worry about.  After all, you are autistic yourself so even if it is so, you will have the understanding. And even in the 'worst' scenario, that the baby is completely non-verbal, the baby will be born into a loving home and given the affection needed.  That is by far the most important thing.

My first child was unplanned, but that did not mean he was unwanted.  He is now thirty years old and a lovely lad, he has not been diagnosed as autistic but he certainly has autistic traits.  But I could not wish for a more considerate and caring son.

So congratulations, your life will never be the same, but the rewards far exceed any problems, real or imaginary.