Monday, April 20, 2020

PREGNANT AND WORRIED? GO OVER THESE TIPS AND TAKE CARE OF YOUR MENTAL HEALTH


PREGNANT AND WORRIED?  GO OVER THESE TIPS AND TAKE CARE OF YOUR MENTAL HEALTH
Pregnancy is an exciting time of a woman’s life, but it is also one of uncertainty. The COVID-19 pandemic surely would add further worry and may cause anxiety in pregnant ladies.
During pregnancy, signs and symptoms of anxiety include:
  • poor or changes in appetite
  • regular feelings of fear and worry
  • poor sleeping habits
  • difficulties concentrating
There are few tips we can suggest which might help in relieving stress:
  • Engage in online prenatal fitness programs.  Always ask your doctor first on the suitable exercises.  Staying active keeps mental health healthy.
  • Online antenatal classes would also be a good diversion where you could meet and talk to other pregnant women.
  • Set a time to be informed of the news.  Avoid checking round the clock.  It is best to watch in the mornings and leave the evening free for relaxing and promoting a good sleep.
  • Try meditating, deep breathing, or gentle stretching while in a quiet room with lighted scented candles
  • Connect with friends and relatives through video chats.
  • Going to bed in a consistent schedule is best to maintain regular sleeping pattern.
  • Maintain a healthy diet.
  • Re-discover yourself.  What about taking up a new hobby or reviving an old one?
  • Read a new book or watch a feel good old movie with your husband.
  • Consider counseling. Therapy can be helpful for anyone experiencing anxiety, depression, or stress.
  • Always ask for help — you cannot take everything on your shoulder, if you experience anxiety, take some time off from other responsibilities.  This may mean that your husband takes care of homeschooling the children or doing the grocery or online shopping for the household.
If a pregnant woman experiences a major mental worry, it is vital to see a doctor.
Depression during pregnancy is common but treatable. Pregnant women do not have to face depression or other mental health concerns alone.
Keeping in regular contact with a doctor can lessen your worries.

Dr. Afshin PourMirza, MD, PhDFetal Medicine SpecialistFacharzt Germany/Degum IISpec OB/GYN








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