By markhenry1513 September 8, 2016 - 11:38pm

Being pregnant is both joyful and scary at the same time. Expecting a baby and becoming a mother is one of the most beautiful things in a woman’s life. During these nine months, a woman goes through several emotional and physical changes. There is no doubt that while keeping yourself healthy and happy during this crucial time is important, it can often become too difficult to avoid stress.

Here are some tips for pregnant woman about how they can cope with stress:

Financial Issues

Often, expecting is unexpected. Financial issues are a frequent issue for not being ready for pregnancy. However, if you are broke and pregnant, it is not the end of the world. Nine months is plenty of time to get your finances in order and start planning smartly.

Stress of the Test

In case you were not ready to become pregnant, the news itself can be a cause of stress. Sometimes, women assume the wrong and become stressed for no apparent reason. Reading your pregnancy test wrongly is possible. Know your cycle before you buy the kit as it is a misconception that you always know it. Cycles can change on a monthly basis. If you have bought an off the counter test, follow the instructions properly as they can vary from kit to kit. Also, follow the time frame mentioned on the test and don’t read before it or after it to avoid false results. The best way is to consult a doctor.

Getting Rid of Unhealthy Habits

When a woman becomes pregnant, she has to consider the health of her baby over her own guilty pleasures like smoking and drinking. Many women become stressed thinking that there is no use getting rid of unhealthy habits since they are already pregnant. A positive attitude is to realise that it is not too late to start working for the health of your baby.

Feeling Disheartened

Not all women have grown up in a healthy environment. This might impact on their ability to parent. Some women start worrying about not being a good mother. A positive attitude is to become determined to provide your baby with what you did not have. Discuss your fears with your partner and plan the future together.

Health Issues

Some women are dealing with routine health problems for example anxiety disorders, depression or perhaps diabetes. This can become a cause of stress during pregnancy. A positive perspective is to get help and advice from your doctor. Science has given us plenty of advantages and many conditions are manageable during pregnancy now.

Irrational Fears

Irrational fears are common to being a human. Women often keep waiting for the other shoe to drop; especially women who have had a tough life. It is not unnatural to worry about the future of your baby. It is also human nature to anticipate something negative happening. A healthy way is to distract yourself with positive and productive activities.

Pregnancy is not a bed of roses. However, it depends on your perspective and attitude towards the situation. You can’t control what life throws at you but you can definitely control your reactions and how you cope with various situations. Always think positive.