Even before I was pregnant, I was stressed out almost all the time. I'm in a stressful relationship, I work two jobs, and I'm a college student who takes a lot of credit hours (and gets A's in almost all of them).
Now that I'm pregnant, my relationship seems even more important, so things that go wrong are even more stressful. It's also more stressful to work both jobs and take classes now, because I'm more easily exhausted. And, I have the additional stress of family reactions to the pregnancy on top of it all.
I wasn't necessarily concerned about my high stress levels before, but now that I'm pregnant, I'm worried about the impact stress will have on my baby. I really don't want to have a miscarriage or a less healthy baby because of stress.
So, what did/do all of you do to help reduce stress?
Looks like you might need to lighten your load a little if possible. If not when you do have extra time use it for something you really enjoy that is relaxing to you.....hot shower, music, reading, taking a walk, talking to friends and if none of that kinda stuff works see what your doc suggests
I've been super stressed during pregnancies before, and my kids turned out perfect. I guess ways to help with the stress though (because stress is never fun) would be to turn on a good movie when you feel it coming on, take a warm shower and just cry (amazing what a good cry does!), do smoething for you like painting your nails or getting your hair done...hang in there hun! (hugs)
I fully believe that stress was the cause of miscarriage in my last pregnancy. I had a missed MC at 6 weeks 5 days but didnt find out till I should have been 8. We saw a healthy heartbeat too. When you go through stress, you body releases Cortisol hormone. Too much will hurt the baby. Im not trying to scare you, Im trying to let you know so you can do what you need to to keep your little bean. I wouldnt wish what I went through on my worst enemy. Hubby and I were fighting about money, long hours, relationship problems, etc. Try deep breathing after you feel like your body has gone into fight or flight mode. In through the nose, out through the mouth. It helps. Hang in there, and remember nothing is as important as this baby. All the other stuff will fall into place. Hugs!
Please take care of yourself, mama! See if there is any way you can take some time for yourself to go to a movie, dinner, the spa, shopping, etc. Or maybe just relax at home with a favourite tea/coffee and a book. Even if you can only take half an hour a day for yourself, every little bit helps, especially when the baby comes!
Maybe you can plan a date night with your SO and talk about the baby, your relationship, etc.
I only found out I was pregnant yesterday, and I havent told my family yet but I know the reaction isn't going to be a really good one. I'm a very emotional person and I get stressed out a lot, i also go to school, though not nearly as much as you it sounds! I can't really give advice from the point of view of a mother yet I guess, since im only a couple months along, but as a student I can say that any amount of school is really demanding on the mind and emtions, especially with a child involved. it wouldnt hurt to take a hiatus from school for a while, and focus on getting your money saved and cultivating a good, healthy relationship with the person you're with. You may find that reducing your workload and slowing down a little bit might give you more time together, or that the lower level of stress will make you happier. If you're set on staying in school, I would recommend the basic, natural things to help your body heal. i like to get up an extra hour before I need to each morning so I don't start my day in a rushed way. I drink a cup of tea every morning, and try to meditate for at least 20 minutes. I wait about an hour to eat after I get up so i dont get sick. Eating a balanced diet is also a huge part of keeping your mind and body healthy. Eating healthy foods like grains and fruits in the morning, distributing the amount you eat evenly throughout the day, not eating too late and snacking often will keep you in top shape. If you're not one for vigorous excercise or it's not possible right now, try and go for a short walk every day. It's important to keep your blood circulating and your heart working hard each day. And I think it's even more important to get a little fresh air each day. Excdrcising in the morning also makes it a lot easier to sleep at night. Another thing to try is short stress releasing breathing excercises throughout your day. If you're feeling stressed, give yourself 30 seconds to a minute to take deep breaths, inhale 4 seconds, hold it 4 seconds, and exhale 4 seconds. Imagine you are breathing in positivity and exhaling negativity. And don't forget to treat yourself once in a while. You obviously work hard and have a lot on your plate, make sure at the end of each day you tell yourself at least once that you did a damn good job! And if you're aving a problem, you can always take it out with the baby. Maybe it sounds stupid, but whether they can hear you or not it could be soothing for you to talk to someone, especially someone who already loves you and won't judge anything you say (at least not right now). And, they'll be happy to hear from you and listen to the sound of your voice, so its a win win!
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- daniellephant
on Jul. 1, 2012 at 2:17 PM