Pregnancy is exciting . However it is normal to worry about what you eat, drink, feel , think and do. It’s  also normal for you to worry about the baby’s health , how the  baby will change your life and parenthood. Anxiety and stress can interfere with your day to day function. You have to find ways to manage them.

How to manage stress and anxiety during pregnancy.

You can manage stress and anxiety  by doing the following :

• Practice saying no. You don’t have to be super woman. You need to slow down and learn to ask for help from friends and loved ones.
• Cut back on chores and use the free time to relax and put your feet up , nap or read a book.
• Take advantage of sick days or vacation whenever possible. Resting at home can help you get through a tough day.
• Go to bed early. You and your baby need all the sleep you can get.
• Take breathing exercises such as yoga or stretching.
• Get regular exercises  such as swimming and walking.
• Join support groups to help cope with difficult situations.
• Limit “information overload”. Reading and listening to other people’s pregnancy stories is fine. However you don’t have to delve into scary situations that may not even happen to you.
• If you’re under stress or feel like you are at your breaking point, contact your doctor to refer you to a therapist who may be able to help you deal with your stress and anxiety.