Anxiety?

Question

Is anyone else having some serious anxiety attacks? I had pretty mild anxiety before I got pregnant but now I have attacks where I can hardly breath and feel like I'm going to pass out. I'm planning on talking to my doctor at our next appointment but I just wanted to see what other ladies had to say.

Answer

Ive not suffered anxiety attacks but I do get anxious and if you are prone to anxiety then it would make sense that this is an extra worrying time for you, especially if this is your first baby. It's natural and normal to feel anxious and want to feel like everything is ok, and that you are safe. Look into some relaxation and mindfulness techniques, whatever suits you... like yoga, reading, meditating, walking, anything you find soothing. And try to practice acceptance and relinquish the need for 'control' as much as possible. Speak to your GP, and be gentle and loving with yourself. Everything will be ok, it always is... the world keeps turning...Good luck xxx

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I feel for you!! I have dealt with panic and anxiety of varying degrees for about five years. I think hormones exacerbated mine for a long time, so  maybe that's why yours has been more severe lately with pregnancy. Seeing a counselor helped me a lot, as did the book From Panic to Power by Lucinda Bassett. From what I've read (in a terrific book called Brain Rules for Baby) stress can have the most harmful effects on a fetus in the latter half of pregnancy. With this in mind, I have tried to prepare myself as much as possible to have low stress during that time (I'm currently 13w3d). I highly recommend reaching out to a counselor now, as your OB may not have much experience with mental health--mine sure doesn't! A compassionate, knowledgeable counselor can work wonders! Also meditation, yoga, exercise, sunshine and good diet helps. You're not alone!!!

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