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Stress

breeze11breeze11 member
in January 2015 Moms
I have been stress and constantly up tight basically my whole pregnacy ...I know it's terrible for the baby but my anexity and depression are 10x worse when I got pregnant. Now I cannot control either of them and it's taken quit the toll....I know I need to calm down and stay calm for baby but I'm lost on what to do ...help me:(
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Re: Stress

  • Curbs12Curbs12 member
    Have you talked to your doctor?
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  • AilliseAillise member

    Relaxation techniques, breathing exercises ( which are similar to labor breathing, without any pushing). And some exercise, walking is a really good way to relieve stress. I was diagnosed with GAD, depression and panic attacks a few years ago. I refused medication because I didn't want to have to try dif meds to see what worked, I have a 9 year old and I'm his main caregiver, so I opted for all natural remedies.  Also have you had your levels checked? B-12, thyroid and glucose can all effect you mentally and neurologically. I was severely b-12 deficient and had a slightly high thyroid due to stress. Taking b-12 vitamins and including foods that contain b-12 helped a lot. I would definitely speak with your OB and your primary care doctor about your stress, and possibly being referred to a therapist, and having tests done to check your levels to see if something could be causing increased amounts of stress and go from there.


      Good luck!

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  • MaebbMaebb member
    Is there someone you can talk to? Ideally it would be a doctor or therapist, or if that is financially infeasible, maybe a church counselor or close friend?

    Some amount of extra stress and anxiety is normal, but if you feel like yours is out of control or taking a big toll on you, I hope you can find a safe and effective way to deal with it during pregnancy. Hugs.
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  • honeybeee3honeybeee3 member
    edited September 2014
    Depression and anxiety can be really tough. PP's have some really good suggestions and I hope your able to find something that helps you to feel better. {{Hugs}}

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  • cerezakissezcerezakissez member
    I found this website useful:
    https://ecouch.anu.edu.au/ecouch
    (Was recommended by my antenatal therapist)
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  • cerezakissezcerezakissez member
    This one was also recommended to me - havent checket it out yet
    https://moodgym.anu.edu.au/welcome
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