How to control Panic Attacks in pregnancy.
Many women find themselves dealing with anxiety and panic attacks during their pregnancy. Many of these women had never had an attack before being pregnant. There is a very good reason this happens.
While pregnant, the woman’s body is full of hormones in overdrive. Sometimes the changes in hormones trigger the anxiety and panic attacks to occur. Remember every part of the mother’s body is affected by pregnancy.
Pregnancy can also be very stressful for some women. This can contribute to anxiety attacks. If the pregnancy was not planned, the woman may feel very worried or panicked about what will happen.
When I was pregnant, I seemed to be most worried about what was going to happen during the birth process and I was also worried about being a good mother. I was lucky as my extra anxiety and panic was considered by my doctor as being normal.
Anxiety and panic attacks are more common in the last months of pregnancy. Some women find however that if they had attacks before pregnancy that they lessen while they are pregnant. No one knows why this occurs. They think it is due to the fluctuating hormones.
What can you do if you experience anxiety and panic attacks while pregnant? Pharmaceutical options may harm your child or interfere with the natural rhythmn of childbirth. Luckily there are natural solutions which help many women overcome these attacks.
* Relax - your baby and your health come first. Take time out from your day and find somewhere peaceful to rest. Forget the stresses in your life and focus on thoughts you find soothing.
* Therapy- if you find you cannot relax it might help to talk to someone about your feelings. It is normal to feel anxious and scared about becoming a new mother. It can also help to talk over your fears with someone. It will help you to see your concerns are normal and put your mind at ease.
* Deep breathing- using deep breathing techniques can help you to let go of the stress and anxiety you may be feeling. Lie down and take several deep breaths through your nose. Blow them out through your mouth. Do this until you feel the attack going away.
If you suffer repeated panic or anxiety attacks it is important that you seek aid. You are not the first person to be in this position and there are many services standing by to help you promote the health of yourself and your baby.
Women are not the only ones who can have anxiety and panic attacks during pregnancy. Expecting fathers normally have a lot of worry about financial issues, how their life will change and how they will perform as a father.
Men are notorious for not admitting when they are bothered about anything. And it is these un-admitted fears that can lead to anxiety and panic.
If you notice your husband or partner being more anxious or having panic attacks, try talking to him. This should be an enjoyable time for both of you, so help him to deal with his feelings or to get treatment if his attacks are out of control.
