Hello. I really need some help. This isnt as importnant as some question but id really like some answers.?

Question

Im 16 weeks pregnant and my temper is really bad. Should someone look at me the wrong way I could cry. The slightest things makes me want to cry or get really angry. Also I cant stop snapping at my boyfriend and the poor fella does nothing wrong. And Im constantly tired due to not sleeping which i am bad at even before i got pregnant Please any tips welcome

Answer 1

This IS an important question. There are some things that you can take while pregnant to help you sleep. Just ask your doctor which ones. I know I was able to take Tylenol PM and I was told I could take Ambien (Prescription), but your doctor knows your medical history, so he/she can tell you if it is safe for you to take. Also try taking a warm (Not overly hot) bath with lavender scented bath salts. Lavender helps calm people down and it can also help you sleep. Soothing music played at night can also help lull people to sleep. This also helped me because I did not want to take the Tylenol very often. When someone is making you angry try counting to 10 and taking some deep breaths before reacting.

Answer 2

During pregnancy, your hormones are going crazy. but the anger part from what I remember was only during delivery. If you loose your temper normally, then you can't blame your pregnancy. You need anger management and you should start right now. You know, there is just so much a guy can take and whether your pregnant or not, if you keep yelling at him for nothing, don't be surprised when he walks out the door. Talk to your doctor because I think there is something wrong The worse thing you can do is take aspirin. This thins your blood and can cause serious reactions in your stomach.

Answer 3

I'm 4 1/2 months pregnant right now and it's only been about 3 weeks since I stopped feeling and acting the same exact way. I know what you're going through so I guess it's just part of being pregnant with all the hormonal changes going on in our bodies. For me all the morning sickness I had also played a major role with this. I couldn't eat and was feeling sick. If this is the same for you, just try getting some food in your system whenever you can but food that you really enjoy. As far as the crying goes, it's natural to feel this way. You're going to feel really sensitive but just tell yourself that it's ok if you cry, just let it out if you feel like it. Temper- I have a huge temper as well but what helped me a lot is the fact that I believe in God and I believe in prayer. I don't want to offend you in anyway by speaking of these things but it's what helped me. When I would explode or feel like exploding I'd pray that God would help me calm down. I didn't want to snap on my boyfriend, I love him and most of the time he was innocent of all wrong doing. I'd say, "Lord please help me calm down, help me to hold my tongue so I don't say things that I don't mean. Protect this baby because I know my exploding is not good for him." Prayer would also help me get to sleep. I hope you feel good soon. Take care and once again, I don't mean to insult you or offend you but this is what helped in my situation.Oh ya, and it also helps if you take a walk or a drive when you're mad, it eases your mind.

Answer 4

Pregnancy makes you crazy...but that I mean the hormonal fluctuations. You can be happy one minute...sad and crying the next. Full of energy one day and barely able to get out of bed the next.

Sleeping during pregnancy isn't easy either and unfortunately gets worse as you get bigger...it's hard to be comfortable. BUT...it is just for nine months.

Your boyfriend will just have to understand that he's the recipient of your wrath ONLY because he's probably the closet person within earshot.

If the mood fluctuations get too bad, tell your doctor. He might be able to help. As for sleep, don't take or do anything without consulting your doctor first. Remember, whatever you put in your mouth, your baby puts in his.....or hers.

Go for a walk and use the time to clear your mind....conecntrate on relaxing as best you can. There are yoga classes that pregnant women can take..Yoga works wonders.

Also, have your boyfriend use a rolling pin on your back.--that feels great! And gentle massages on your head, back and feet can are also relaxing...especially for a pregnant woman.

Good luck and happy pregnancy!

Answer 5

Ah, yes. The craziness of pregnancy. You aren't losing your mind - your hormones are just working overtime to make a perfect little baby and one of the side effects is that your emotions go on one heckuva roller coaster ride.

I am normally the most even-tempered person you'll ever meet. But pregnancy made me absolutely crazy. There's not a lot you can do, but there are a few old-fashioned remedies that might help. Tylenol PM may help you sleep. So can chamomile tea and warm milk. If you can afford it, you might even consider a new mattress. I bought a much firmer one toward the end of my pregnancy, and it made a huge difference in how well I slept.

Hang in there. It's perfectly normal for you to feel wonky right now.

Answer 6

Absolutely do NOT take aspirin. I think the person that said that probably meant Tylenol, not real aspirin.
I am 15 weeks and had the same thing. I was also really nauseuos. At my last Dr. appointment with a new Dr. the nurse told me to take Unisom at night and Vitamin B6 three times a day. Let me tell you... IT WORKS! I sleep good at night and I am not sick in the morning. Give it a try. Getting better sleep will no doubt help with your mood. I know it has mine and not throwing up 3 times a day hasn't hurt either!

Answer 7

Just try and calm down...being emotional is very typical during pregnancy, especially when your hormones are continously changing.

Try having a spa night, watch girly movies, relax, and destress. Maybe your boyfriend can give you a massage, you can do something fun together.

This is supposed to be one of the greatest periods in a woman's life, so try to enjoy it. Most people are in awe over a pregnant person, so when they look at you, it's only because most of them are excited for you...even if they don't know you!

Answer 8

You are hormonal and thats why u r reacting like u r. Just explain this to the bf and tell him u dont mean to be and it will pass in the second trimester.
As for sleeping, ask your doctor about Tylenol Pm. Most will let u take it to help u sleep.
Your body is tired so sleep anytime u can.
GOod luck hun.
Everything is normal that ur telling. But, it does get better.

Answer 9

sounds like your hormones are raging .. and lack of sleep not helping matters any at all. What about types of relaxation methods? Deep breathing exercises, or meditating. I know it sounds crazy but sometimes it really does help.

You could talk to your ob/gyn at your next appt. He/she may be able to help you.

It sounds like a good night's sleep would help you out alot.
If you can't sleep of the nights, what about a cat nap during the day? that might help and then when your b/f is there you may not snap at him so much.

Congratulations & Good Luck

Answer 10

okay for the mood swings just try to appologize to your boyfriend. i know it isnt easy dealing with pregnancy mood swings. you cant control it so just continue appologizing to him and try to talk to him and explain how you are feeling. not when you are mad but during the rare moment that you seem to be in a good mood. it will get better i promise. as for sleeping problems. i am dealing with that same problem as you right now. before i got pregnant i had problems sleeping. it was almost impossible. it will get worse later on when the baby gets bigger and has less room. take one tylonal pm at night and you should be fine. people say that it isnt good for the baby but i took it while i was prengnant with my 4 month old son, and nothing bad happened. he is happy and perfectly healthy.