Fear for Daughters Labour

It’s hard, isn’t it, basslady? Fortunately my DD’s deliveries were fairly speedy and straightforward, but it was an anxious time nonetheless.

Could you bear to tell your daughter and her partner that unless they need your help, you’d rather only hear from them once it’s all over? I must admit I couldn’t have done that myself, but if as you say you’re going to be driving yourself mad with worry, it might be an option?

I know what you mean basslady I would have quite happily swapped places with my 33 year old DD during her very difficult labour 5 months ago . I was very privileged to be asked to be there at the birth of her much longed for daughter ( she was told she wouldn’t have children) and Whilst I remember thinking she couldn’t go on much longer I still felt better being there with her .

My DDiL on the other hand just seemed to pop her 3 out like peas (very quick and easy births) although maybe her own mum didn’t see it like that .

I’m sure your DD will be fine, just like mine is . I think it’s the feelings of helplessness and of course your unconditional love for your DD makes you feel the way you do . Just try to relax and think positively for your DD , even if on the inside you are passed yourself with worry .

I was fine until I had the call that she was having an emergency section. She was living overseas at the time and I had no idea of how they did things or if indeed the hospital was any good !
It helped not to know exact timings etc.