Pregnancy is an emotional time. Not only are you navigating a new chapter in your life, but your body is undergoing incredible changes both physically and hormonally. It’s completely normal to feel anxious, especially when pregnancy comes with unknowns.
Keep reading to learn tips for tackling fear and anxiety during pregnancy. You can also visit A Woman’s Concern for early pregnancy services and support.
Tips for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety
Pinpoint Your Fears
What are you afraid of? Often, we may have a general feeling of fear, but we do not take the next steps to dig deeper to see the true cause.
Is your fear related to medical concerns, your pregnancy choice, or finances? You may be nervous about some elements but not others. Pinpointing the exact fear will help you determine how to begin addressing it.
Facing Anxiety
Anxiety is a little different than fear. It’s focused more on tension and ongoing worrying about what could happen. To help with anxiety during pregnancy, here are some action steps you can take.
- Surround yourself with a trustworthy care team. A Woman’s Concern Patient Care team is a great first stop after finding out you are pregnant. They will monitor your health throughout pregnancy. You can contact them whenever you feel worried about your symptoms.
- Talk with friends and family members about their pregnancy experiences. Ask them if they felt any fears or anxieties, and how they found relief.
- Attend classes for whichever part of pregnancy and beyond you feel nervous about.. AWC has a great Health and Safety class program where you can learn about pregnancy, postpartum, and more.
- Review your finances and make a plan. There are many resources and organizations available to help you. If you’re uninsured, look into Medicaid to ensure your care costs are covered.
- Find a support system. You might make friends with women in your classes or feel encouraged by your friends and family. There are also support groups available for women facing unexpected pregnancies.
- Take care of yourself. Getting enough sleep, drinking water, and eating healthy meals will help your physical and mental health. Reduce your stress as much as possible.
- Enjoy your hobbies. There are many hobbies you can do during pregnancy as a healthy outlet. Try to take walks and experience nature. Hobbies offer healthy outlets from stress and can take your mind off your anxieties.
- Seek help. If your anxiety doesn’t feel manageable, a professional counselor may be your next best option. Your mental health matters, and counseling can provide comfort.
A Woman’s Concern Cares About You
We know how challenging pregnancy can be emotionally, and we’re here to help you.
A Woman’s Concern provides free pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, educational classes, support, and much more, so you feel equipped for your pregnancy.
Fear and anxiety do not have to take over. Contact us today to schedule a free and confidential appointment to confirm your pregnancy and discuss your options and resources with a caring team member.
