Medical follow-ups during pregnancy are basically physical, both for the mother and for the baby. What about the psychological changes that pregnant women undergo? A pregnancy brings with it not only an important change in our physique but also on a hormonal, emotional and psychological level., which is not given so much importance. That is why today I want to tell you about the feelings that can be felt during pregnancy that are not talked about so much and give you some solutions for sadness during pregnancy.
Changes of pregnancy
Pregnancy is a state of transition from one life to a completely different one. It is a wonderful and very exciting stage, but one that has its shadows. Its benefits are usually enhanced and sweetened so much that few people dare to talk about the B side of pregnancy. And what causes this is that women who have unpleasant emotions and feelings feel like a freak for not feeling the luckiest women in the world.
The emotional and psychological state of the mother is as important as the physical. Just as what you eat will affect the baby, the feelings you have will also affect you in the same way, such as anxiety, stress or sadness. Mental health will always be an important issue to take into account and much more if it is a pregnant woman we are talking about.
Unfortunately there is still a lot of silence in this sense, precisely because of the hermeticism towards a not so kind face of motherhood. A mother is expected to be radiant and happy, especially if she has been seeking to be a mother for a long time. But this situation does not imply happiness yes or yes, since fears, negative beliefs, changes in your life, nerves, hormonal changes and doubts that can affect your emotional health are involved.
During pregnancy women we produce much more progesterone, which affects our nervous system making us more sensitive. That is why we are more sensitive during pregnancy. In addition to fears of pregnancy, it is normal to have feelings of sadness.
Sadness during pregnancy
Sadness is a primary emotion, and like all emotions it has its function. We cannot prevent or control them. They appear from an interpretation of reality, and they appear automatically. But during pregnancy, hormonal changes can favor states of sadness. Also added to the idea of having to be happy about the pregnancy, it makes us feel worse. Here are some tips for sadness during pregnancy.
- Do not blame yourself. Guilt is like increasing the feeling of sadness and adding fuel to the fire. Feelings of sadness are temporary and normal in human beings, and we must accept having them. Eventually they will leave if we let them do their job and leave. Guilt and regret will only make you stick around longer.
- Let them take care of you. During pregnancy it is as if everyone treats you differently. They take care of you and pamper you so that you are better. Sometimes it is difficult for us to accept this favorable treatment because it makes us feel as if we are sick instead of pregnant. But why not take advantage of that time for yourself and enjoy that special treatment? And don't forget to ask for help if you need it.
- Keep your mind busy. Doing things that you like (whenever you can, of course), take the opportunity to read, do hobbies, make plans with friends and your partner will make your mood rise. Being secluded at home and with your mind fluttering from one or another fear and negative thought does not favor you.
- Find information that calms your insecurity. It is normal to have feelings of fear and insecurity when your baby arrives. Will I know how to do it well? What does a baby need? Find out about everything that causes you the most fear to have more information and be prepared.
Because remember ... if you feel bad emotionally during pregnancy, do not hesitate to ask for professional help. Just as you take care of your physical health take care of your mind as it will affect the development of your baby.