How to be Aware of Mental Health during Pregnancy
Knowledge of mental health related to pregnancy is essential for the well-being of the expectant mother and the newborn. During your pregnancy, remember these tips to be mindful and make your mental health a priority:
- Engage in constructive self-talk:
When my prospective patients begin to feel depressed, I advise them to talk to themselves in a kind, supportive, and optimistic way. High-five yourself in the mirror and understand that your are going through cosmic journey. Appreciate moments of joy and enjoy small day-to-day victories.
- Stay Connected:
Maintaining relationships with the people who matter most in your life should not be hindered by the busy and overwhelming nature of pregnancy. Maintaining a sense of identity and normality during the transition to motherhood, as well as a sense of support, relies heavily on our connections with friends and family. Research has indicated that having a good support system throughout pregnancy can help prevent postpartum depression.
- Yoga for pregnant women:
We already know that yoga is a very effective way to beat depression, but research has also shown that doing yoga during pregnancy can improve your mood! When your doctor gives you the all-clear to start prenatal yoga, you may find that a consistent practice that leans more towards meditation or relaxation will significantly improve your mood. Is. Bonus: Research has indicated that pregnant women who practice yoga often have better sleep and less anxiety.
- Observe your physical health:
Especially in the early stages of pregnancy, when your body is getting used to all the physical and psychological changes, you may not feel like exercising or maintaining a healthy diet. After all, there are many benefits to exercising while pregnant, such as higher endorphin levels, better sleep, and maintaining a healthy weight.
- Check out the consultation:
An effective strategy for keeping your mood stable during pregnancy is talk therapy. It facilitates the creation of a private, safe environment in which you can process any feelings you may be experiencing with your changing identity, body, or other issues. It can also help you resolve unresolved tensions from your own parenting or issues related to your parent-child relationship. Additionally, family or couples counseling can be very helpful in helping your loved ones adjust to a new baby.
- Embrace your body positivity:
We intellectually understand how incredible our bodies are for carrying and nurturing a baby! But sometimes, our emotional states can be quite different. Stretch marks, weight gain, and loss of energy are all normal and healthy changes that occur during pregnancy, yet some women find it uncomfortable to look at these changes in the mirror. Often, I advise the expectant mothers to carefully consider the language they use about their bodies and even practice speaking them out loud. Understand that ALL birthing women go through this.
