A recent study published by American scientists showed that nearly one in five pregnant mothers suffer from varying degrees of pregnancy depression. Some women have a cheerful personality before pregnancy, but after pregnancy they always have inexplicable tears and tantrums. This is actually caused by the special physical and psychological state of pregnancy. Depression during pregnancy is a mood disorder that manifests itself in a pregnant mother’s chronic feelings of sadness, loss, anger or daily frustration.
What causes depression in pregnant mothers?
1. Pregnant mothers with a personal or family history of depression have a higher rate of depression during pregnancy.
2, Significant hormonal changes in women’s bodies during pregnancy may affect changes in the neurotransmitter quality in the brain that regulates mood.
3, depression during pregnancy and the age of the pregnant mother, life experience, economic status, family environment, etc. also have a certain relationship.
4. If the pregnancy is not easy to come by, if the pregnancy is dangerous, or if there is a strong reaction during pregnancy, or if the pregnancy is complicated by other diseases, it may also cause depression.
How to keep pregnant mothers away from pregnancy depression?
1. Eat the right things to fight pregnancy vomiting
Nausea and vomiting are a major cause of distress and irritation for pregnant mothers. A little adjustment in the eating habits of pregnant mothers can ease this condition. The usual three meals a day can be changed to six meals a day, separating eating and drinking so as to avoid irritating the sensitive stomach of the pregnant mother.
2. Avoid gaining too much weight
Excessive weight gain during pregnancy can directly lead to obesity after delivery. The lack of weight control during pregnancy can cause great psychological pressure, inferiority complex, resentment, and concern about postpartum recovery. The obstetrics experts of Jiayin Hospital Group suggest that it is normal for women with normal weight before pregnancy to gain about 10 to 15 kg after pregnancy. Therefore, for the health of their bodies and fetal babies, a scientific diet and good weight management during pregnancy is also a recipe for a happy pregnant mother.
3.30 minutes of exercise every day
The actual fact is that you will be able to get a great deal more than just a few of these. As long as you are not a high-risk pregnant woman, then about 30 minutes of proper exercise every day is beneficial. This includes walking, swimming, and yoga during pregnancy, to name a few. It is important to note that it is important to avoid “dangerous exercises” that may cause a fall or miscarriage.
4, help the feet to relax
The feet have many reflex zones and acupuncture points in the body, and they are easily swollen after pregnancy. Pregnant moms must pick a pair of comfortable shoes for themselves, and do small exercises for foot relaxation every day: slowly swing your feet, from ankle to toe, when you stand or sit for a long time you can do this action, 30 times for each foot is most suitable. This small exercise can make your tired legs “refreshed”, while relaxing your veins, so that the limbs are relaxed.
5.Let the father-to-be know exactly what you need
One of the common mistakes couples make is always hoping that the other person can guess what they are thinking. However, pregnancy is an experience that the father-to-be simply cannot relate to. So, if you don’t talk about it, it is absolutely impossible for the father-to-be to know what kind of difficulty you are having or why you suddenly have an uncontrollable craving for an ice cream. The dads-to-be are actually happy to serve the pregnant mom, but the key is for you to tell him what to do first.
6. Plan for the future of your family
The first thing you need to do is to write down on a piece of paper the changes that will occur when you have a baby and the new responsibilities that you will have to take on, make psychological preparations and financial plans, list every difficulty, and then discuss a way to deal with it together, so that the pregnant mother does not have to add psychological stress during pregnancy.
7, more chatting with the “baby”
This is something that many pregnant moms know and would love to do. You can tell him or her every day about your mood, your expectations, your designs for the future. You can also hum a favorite song to your baby. Or listen to music with your fetus baby and talk about how you feel about it. You will feel that you are connected to your baby in your belly in this anytime and anywhere communication. This will make you feel the happiness of being a mother and forget a lot of worries.
8, more communication with the doctor, scientific understanding of the process of childbirth, avoid those scary birth stories
Childbirth is really the biggest psychological burden for pregnant mothers. Before that big moment comes, you must be familiar with the process you will experience and learn and practice some methods that will make you feel more comfortable when the time comes (such as breathing techniques). Choosing a hospital that offers formal instruction, looking through specialized pregnancy books, learning about the real birth process, and being prepared with the necessary supplies will help you feel less anxious about giving birth.
Some pregnant moms choose not to tell their doctor and act happy because of embarrassment, shame or guilt. However, this doesn’t mean you aren’t a good mom, and when pregnancy depression occurs, make sure you take the appropriate steps to beat it!