Just started nursing school and found out I'm pregnant

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I'm 24 years old, started Nursing school 1 week ago and just found out I'm pregnant ( I have no children). It's a 2 year community college degree. I am devistated I can't even stand up. Has anyone else had a similar experience? My boyfried of 2 years works full time and is in grad school. This couldnt have come at a worse time. Any experience in this please advise! I just took 2 pregnancy tests, both positive and think I would probably be due in August/September. Just before second semester.:crying2:

Hello, I would encourage you to see how it goes. This is common, most nursing students are women, and pregnancies happen. People work and go to school pregnant. I worked full time until two weeks before I was due. Of course every pregnancy is different. I have a friend who has had cancer, and has three young children and she is still on her way to being a nurse at the end of the year. I have been told those of us with children are better students because we have a lot of experience multi-tasking and planning in advance, and working out study time. No matter what your decision I would just encourage you to not give up on your goals, and wish you all the best. I hope things work out for you. Take care,

Jean

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I have my BA incriminal justice already, I Have not worked in the field but wonder if I should just finish this semester and get a job in CJ. Im lost..

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You can do it. I also have a BA in social science and decided to return to school to pursue nursing shortly after my daughter was born. She was 6 months when I went back but I would have gone back earlier if I was able to register for school, etc. You are lucky to be already accepted and starting, you probably waited 2+ yrs to even get in right? Don't give up. A baby is a shock at first, but once you are 2 months preggers, you'll feel better about it all and your baby will be the biggest inspiration for you to work hard and accomplish anything you put your mind to. I always tell myself that my baby is my secret weapon, she gives me strength to do the impossible.

Talk to your counselor or chair of your program, somebody in the administration, and voice out your concerns and what options you will have. Stick it out, you won't regret it. Some nursing programs allow you to take time off and return after a certain period.

Goodluck and God Bless! :redpinkhe

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this should have no impact on your education(being pregant) ...for one, as you said your due right before second semester. two, it will be hard, but many woman work full time up until there due date- you can maintain anything up until then that you are doing all along, just cant try to extreme things in your pregnancy and three- woman use to work in the fields and deliver their child and basically just kept on working.....all provided its a healthy normal pregnancy. so just keep up with doctors appt. nutrition and sleep- ask for help, dont feel guilty about having your significant other cleaning the house and doing laundry when your 6 months along. and dont expect it to be easy- as a mother of a baby in nursing school, which i am in full time (7-8hours a day, 5 days a week)&basically a single mother(since my bf doesn treally lift a finger).

now the really hard part, i think, is when you have your child and you have to leave them and go back to school. so my advise is try to find someone you know that runs a family daycare or an inlaw you can pay, rather than putting your baby in daycare(and if theyll do it for free all the better!) so that you know your baby is in good hands. your gonna worry either way, but atleast you know that person and you dont have to be worried that your child is being uncared for!...... and my thought on it all(like i said being a mother also) it will be very very hard to do this, but think about your future and how much you and your childs and familys life will benefit by continuing on. it is what?like a whole other year that you will be attending once the baby is born? that is a short time in comparison to the rest of your life. becuase if you quit, who knows when you will have the time or energy to go back- it is much harder once they are here. i am also young,23, and i think this was the best decision ive ever made. and if you cant make it through or have a high risk pregnancy, look into your schools withdrawal policy. go to school up until you cant go anymore and sometimes they offer medical leave and allow you to come back the next time the class is offered and you wont have to start all over and be out all of the money.....this is not a death sentance- its a gift and it may be hard to see that now, but think of it as motivation to do this and get through it. never be to proud to ask for help- or want to do everything cuz its your first child- cuz thatll just drive you to def drop out and drink!!!good luck no matter what you decide and how things go- whats meant to be will be!:twocents:

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Thanks for all the replies guys. But I actually just miscarried at 8 weeks. Just when I started to get excited about it:( I guess everything happens for a reason

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Specializes in Cardiac.

I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your baby....take care of yourself.

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Try not to stress...you will be fine. When I started Nursing school I was 5 months pregnant. Granted, I could not fit in those middle school type seats by the last month and I was very tired, but I had a healthy 8lb baby boy. He is 2 1/2 months and I am still going strong. Just talk to your school. Most make allowances for pregnancy if you have a note from the doctor (as far as bed rest and delivery)

You can definitely do it!!

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Specializes in Psych.

I'm sorry for your loss. :(

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I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I just want you to know that I admire your strength and courage. You can get through this.

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You can totally do it!!! It is tough and it is quite an adjustment but if you push yourself you can get through it!! I have a 1 yr old and a 3 year old, If you ever have any questions or help feel free to message me!! Best of luck!

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I am so sorry for your loss! :icon_hug:

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Specializes in Cardiac.
You can totally do it!!! It is tough and it is quite an adjustment but if you push yourself you can get through it!! I have a 1 yr old and a 3 year old, If you ever have any questions or help feel free to message me!! Best of luck!

Oh my God. Don't people read before they post anymore?

I hate to be rude (I don't really) but Jesus the OP stated she had a miscarriage so can people show a little respect?

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Oh my God. Don't people read before they post anymore?

I hate to be rude (I don't really) but Jesus the OP stated she had a miscarriage so can people show a little respect?

cardiac,

Sometimes people hit the quick reply button after reading the original poster's post to save time and fast-forward through others' posts (or arguments etc.). I highly doubt anyone lending an "online ear" meant any disrespect especially to such a sensitive topic. ;)

Sincerely,

DIC

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