Being pregnant is an exciting time filled with anticipation and wonder. But it can also be a stressful time as your body changes and adapts to the new being inside you...
As your baby develops, you’ll experience many emotions, from happiness to sadness, to fear. You may also experience physical discomfort and the feeling that your body is no longer your own. All of these feelings, thoughts and physical changes can create stress during your pregnancy. Here are 10 great tips that have helped moms-to-be that I’ve coached reduce and/or eliminate stress and make the most out of this joyful, life-changing event:
1. Listen to your body. Your body is going through a lot of changes as the baby develops inside of you. If you feel tired, relax. If you feel sleepy, take a nap... it will do you and the baby good!
2. Listen to your cravings...but do so wisely! As your baby is growing, you may notice you’re hungrier or that you’re craving certain foods. When you’re hungry, eat, and eat nutritious foods such as nuts, cheese, yogurt, and/or fruit because these foods nourish both you and your growing baby. Eat sweets in moderation. If you are craving sweets, have a nutritious substitute like a piece of fruit, or make a smoothie of your favorite fruits, combined with lowfat yogurt or milk and ice cubes. But, if you feel that you still crave something sugary sweet...do so in moderation, and enjoy free from guilt!
3. Continue to exercise throughout your pregnancy. You can start exercising or you may continue most exercises that you did prior to getting pregnant, just be sure to check with your doctor. Walking, swimming and yoga are great exercises to do during pregnancy—and after. Prenatal Yoga has been found to be tremendously beneficial for reducing pregnancy aches and pains, increasing muscle tone and strength, and preparing you for your labor.
4. Listen to the comments you like, ignore the ones you don’t. You’ll notice as your baby belly grows comments about you and your pregnancy will increase as well. People will say things that are complimentary and they’ll say things that can hurt your feelings unintentionally. Take the compliments with a smile and a “thank you” and shrug off the negative.
5. Listen to your emotions. As your body changes, your emotions may change as well. You may feel happy one day and irritable the next. Take a deep breath or two or three (literally!)...this is normal! As your baby is developing, a multitude of hormones are coursing through your body. So, if you feel happy, share your feelings with those you love. If you feel irritable, take a break and get some space by taking a walk, get some fresh air, or lay down for a nap.
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