Hello readers! I am 25weeks and a couple of days along in my pregnany. I know when your pregnant your emotions are more intense, so I need some tips on how to calm down. I am easily worried, and quick to have a short temper. What do you suggest?
2007-02-28 02:07:56 · 8 answers · asked by May-May`s mommy 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I'm with vallyvgal on this one. Let me preface this by saying I was on medication for depression and anxiety before I got pregnant. I have since weaned off for the health of the baby. Needless to say my mental health issues compounded with hormonal emotions is not a good combination! I find that practicing yoga 2-3 times a week really helps me to find my center and focus again. I feel really good for the rest of the day and the breathing exercises I've learned come in handy during other moments when I'm not practicing yoga. You can find pregnancy yoga classes in your area. But if you're like me and prefer working out solo I highly recommend Shiva Rhea's pregnancy yoga video (you can find it on amazon.com). It's only about $15-20 and well worth it!
Another suggestion I have (if you can afford it) is to go in for monthly massage appointments. Be sure to tell them your pregnant so they can set up a pregnancy table for you (it just has a hole in it for your growing belly so it's not as uncomfortable lying on your stomach.) Just spending that one hour a month on myself has made a tremendous difference. When I'm done my muscles are relaxed as well as my mind. (which is always good for the baby!)
Good luck and congratulatons!
2007-02-28 02:23:30 · answer #1 · answered by poohb2878 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a long time sufferer of anxiety, I know a lot of tricks to de-stress myself. First, I lay down in bed or in a recliner (anywhere with your feet up) with the light off and close my eyes. Sometimes I have some soft music in the background. I concentrate on breathing and imagine every breath I take in is a relaxing golden light going all through my veins, and every breath I exhale is dark and grey. That is my stress and negativity leaving my body. I then picture my body, and starting at the top of my head, I visualize the muscles in my scalp loosening and relaxing, moving down to my neck, shoulders, arms, each finger etc. I do this through my whole body. Stomach, back, legs, and toes. Until all the muscles in my body are loose and I feel no tension. It can take awhile, so be patient and take all the time you need. After you've done that you can just lay there and enjoy the sensation. It's amazing how it can help. As for the emotions...if you need to cry, then cry. If you're angry, try to explain as best you can to the person why you're angry. The last thing you or your little one need right now is stress. Lavender is a very calming scent. I hope I helped. Good luck and Congratulations on your baby!
2007-02-28 02:25:56 · answer #2 · answered by lacielou82 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
stress relief tip
2016-02-01 02:50:15 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Exercise, listen to soft music, pet your cat or dog, have sex with orgasms, or anything else that you find relaxing. If you're only a few days along and already having these symptoms, you may see if your doctor can prescribe something safe for the baby that will calm you down. I found the middle of my pregnancies to be the most emothional.
2007-02-28 02:14:01 · answer #4 · answered by Jennifer L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes you can't control those hormones and when you do have tempers with people, they understand that. Just try to relax and don't involve yourself in a situation that could cause you to have a temper.
2007-02-28 02:11:45 · answer #5 · answered by Mom of Three 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out ( http://www.reducingstress.net )
That site has great tips to help with stress.
2007-03-01 14:33:20 · answer #6 · answered by marketingexpert 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for a walk. It always works for me.
2007-02-28 02:14:47 · answer #7 · answered by kittenbrower 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yoga and meditation
2007-02-28 02:17:02 · answer #8 · answered by vallygval 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋