What to do if you are nervous about pregnancy

For expectant mothers who are pregnant for the first time, both physical and psychological changes are relatively large. Because they have just started preparing for pregnancy and are not sure about what problems they will face, they will naturally feel nervous. Excessive tension is not good for the baby's development. They should listen to more music to relax their mood and read some books to relieve tension.

Does stress during early pregnancy affect the fetus?

For first-time mothers, the psychological changes are huge. In the early stages of pregnancy, there will be some tension, grievance and depression, which are normal, but excessive negative emotions will directly affect the fetus and are very dangerous.

1. Excessive mental stress can easily cause fetal malformation and premature birth. Some pregnant women, especially first-time mothers, lack scientific knowledge about pregnancy and are overly nervous about whether they are capable of the task of pregnancy and whether the fetus is healthy. Changes in social relationships can lead to greater mood swings. Excessive mental stress can easily cause fetal maldevelopment and uterine contractions leading to miscarriage.

2. Excessive mental stress can cause severe vomiting during pregnancy. Early pregnancy reactions are closely related to increased HCG in the body, gastrointestinal dysfunction, and psychological factors. Severe vomiting can cause water and electrolyte imbalance, mobilize body fat, and cause metabolic acidosis. In severe cases, it can cause low blood pressure, acute renal failure, Wernicke encephalopathy, etc., which can endanger the life of pregnant women.

3. Stress during pregnancy can reduce one’s immunity. Pregnant women who are under long-term emotional stress will have adverse reactions on their immunity, making their bodies weak. People with weak bodies are prone to infection and diseases, which in turn affect the health of mother and child.

Therefore, every expectant mother must understand that pregnancy is a happy little thing. We should pay attention to strengthening nutrition, pay attention to diet and various external adverse factors, and make psychological and spiritual preparations before pregnancy, learn to self-regulate, and learn to control and improve negative emotions. Keep your mood stable and happy.