Compared to postpartum depression, prenatal depression is a less familiar psychological disorder to the nation. When mothers-to-be are depressed, they often have no interest in anything, are depressed, and in severe cases even have suicidal thoughts and impulses. If you experience similar symptoms, it is important to be alert and it is best to seek help from psychological counseling and, if necessary, psychotherapy. In China, few obstetricians and gynecologists have the experience to help you in this area, and they may say, “You have to regulate yourself.” But a psychiatrist or counselor is more likely to be able to help you. The causes of depression during pregnancy are also complex and probably hormonally related, so if you get depressed, remember that it’s not your fault. Depression during pregnancy has a lot to do with the relationship between the mother-to-be and the father-to-be. Pregnancy is between you and this man, and you will crave more attention and care from this man during the pregnancy period. The unexpressed anger in your life can easily turn into depression. Pregnancy and childbirth is a major event in a woman’s life, the role of self, intimate relationships and career development will change, and the lack of anticipation of change makes it easy to fear for the future. On the other hand, mothers-to-be are prone to anxiety during early or late pregnancy. The fear of miscarriage in early pregnancy, the stress, combined with the discomfort of early pregnancy, the sudden feeling of not being free and helpless to do anything at once, and the weather may make the mood depressed. In late pregnancy, the changes in your body and the fear of giving birth can also easily trigger depression again. When depression hits, the first thing you need to do is accept your depression. Depression is like a gloom, so accept that your mood is covered with gloom at this moment. Because the mood will not always be shrouded in gloom. So, what are the ways you can cope with prenatal depression? The first thing is to be aware of your expectations, such as the expectation of companionship, care, understanding and acceptance from the father-to-be, and the responsibility of the child’s father. When expectations are perceived, the mother-to-be knows where her disappointment comes from, which is already a healing for depression. Second, communication. As the mother-to-be becomes clearer about the feelings that come with pregnancy, she can try to express them in words, which are more likely to be understood and supported by those around her. For example, you can use diaries and drawings to sort out your emotions, which can be used to help you understand your emotions on the one hand, and also as a kind of detoxification on the other. The more we understand our emotions, the more likely we are to express them in a way that is acceptable to others, reducing the longer-term guilt that comes from losing our temper. Third, accept change. For example, changes in the body, changes in the current state of life, changes in family relationships, etc. And these changes are not the only bad ones, and they are never the same state forever. Fourth, a deeper awareness. Pregnancy is a time that may inspire early trauma in women because caring for a child is a highly emotionally involved event, and there may be a lack of quality emotional response in this area while growing up, such that the very thing of becoming a mother can cause a woman to panic. Through parenting, God gives women an opportunity to grow and repair themselves again. Fifth, a deeper understanding of marriage. The language of love is different for men and women. Just because one person does not feel loved does not mean the other person is not putting forth a loving effort. Of course, seeking professional help when necessary is a courageous act of responsibility to yourself, your children, and your family. May you walk with love in this most important phase of your life!