Can DD Sense Something?

For the past few nights DD (8) has been having nightmares :(

There were 2 in particular that have really upset her.

1 - I collected her from school and was heading towards the car when I turned and looked at her and said 'Sorry, you are not part of the family anymore' ...

2 - Last night she had a dream an alien with a big head killed her. She showed me a pic of the alien and it kinda looked like a bub in the early weeks - BIG head and small body.

It got me thinking though - Can she sense something? She has had bad dreams before, but never to the point shes crying at my bedside wanting a cuddle.

DP and I have been spending ALOT more time with her the past few weeks because she is on holidays.

Thoughts?

It sounds like she has a fear of being displaced. Does she know you're pregnant? If not - I think she's sensed it.

I would suggest getting some of those books that talk about 'baby in Mummy's tummy' sort of stuff to allay her fears a bit. Maybe let her know of the special things she'll need to do to help bubs.

HTH..

Thanks for replying Nettie.

At that point in time Dd didn't kno I was pregnant. She does now tho :) And no more nightmares!

My original thoughts were she had sensed something, but wasnt too sure. Now its clearer, because since she's found out no more nightmares :)

That's really interesting! I'm glad the nightmares have now stopped.

That is good news. Perhaps she sensed you were withholding something from her?

I had dreams about aliens at the same age.

DD knew i was UTD before I knew. She's the reason I tested and was adamant something was up. 3 weeks prior to my BFP, DD was super clingy, had nightmares and would scream everytime I left the room. She's settled down now a bit but still won't let me have a sleep in because if DP says brekky time then she clings to me. I think she might be okay after seeing an ultrasound because her comprehension is pretty good. I have been making sure I keep reassuring her that I'm not going anywhere and I give her heaps of cuddles and kisses.