Anxiety caused by pregnancy hormones?

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I am 9 wks 2 days and have been suffering from pretty terrible anxiety since getting pregnant. I am not anxious about the pregnancy or about having a third child, but those feelings are just THERE when I wake up and follow me around throughout my day. Lots of crying, and wanting to sleep so I don't have to deal. I have already checked with my OBGYN and am on some meds...also seeing a counselor. Any other suggestions? Is this happening to anyone else?

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I'm having the same problem, finding it hard to breathe :(

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I had an anxiety disorder for 7 yrs, following a rollover car accident in 2007. I was feeling much better, having no anxiety without medication for the past year. Then I got pregnant. I've had 2 panic attacks so far, and the day to day anxiety is back, as well. I've been told the pregnancy hormones can do that, especially if you've had anxiety issues in the past.

Hugs. Hang in there. Practice deep, slow breathing. Tell yourself you and your baby are just fine, and everything is okay. Tell your doctor if it causes issues with your daily life.

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I'm 6 weeks and I'm the same way. But I've had anxiety disorder for 8 years already so now it's just worse. I also take medications and I struggle, especially because not being able to tell anyone yet is making it worse because i have no one to talk to about it except my husband who is at work all day.

Anxiety caused by pregnancy hormones?

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