Mothering Minds UK

Pregnancy Anxiety

Understanding Pregnancy Anxiety

Feeling anxious while pregnant is quite common. Your body is going through significant changes, you’re preparing to bring new life into the world, and the thought of becoming a parent (whether it’s your first or subsequent child) can be daunting.

Pregnancy anxiety can present itself differently depending on which stage of pregnancy you’re in. You might recognise your concerns in the list below:

  • First trimester anxiety often revolves around concerns about miscarriage or coping with physical changes such as morning sickness.
  • Anxiety during the second trimester might be due to feeling your baby move for the first time, the reality of impending parenthood, or concerns about the health of your baby.
  • Third trimester anxiety can be associated with worries about childbirth, balancing work and motherhood, the health of the baby, or how life will change after the baby’s arrival.

How Pregnancy Anxiety Therapy Can Help

Pregnancy anxiety therapy is designed to help you manage these feelings and prepare for the arrival of your baby in a calm, confident manner. Using evidence-based techniques and the most up to date information on how your hormones and emotions are likely to be affected week by week, our trained therapists provide a supportive environment where you can freely express your concerns, fears, and emotions.

Therapy can help you:

  • Understand and manage your anxiety
  • Develop coping strategies for anxiety triggers
  • Learn relaxation techniques to calm your mind and body
  • Prepare for childbirth and parenthood
  • Build a support network and learn how to communicate your needs
 

Care for your Mental Health during Pregnancy

Whether it’s your first, second, or third trimester, there is no need to feel alone with your worries. Pregnancy is a unique time to care for your mental health and create a solid foundation for a calm childbirth and postpartum period. The earlier you address and prepare for arising issues, the easier things will be for you and your child in the future. 

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