Pregnancy Anxiety Attack

Prenatal

oi-Suparna Chakaraborthy

By Suparna Chakaraborthy

Thursday, February 3, 2011, 18:04

Anxiety attack during pregnancy is common, specially during advanced stages and if not handled on time may lead to health disorders. Anxiety which is an eruption of stress, is usually a disturbed state of mind. A pregnant woman faces anxiety attack due to tension of child birth, due to the health problems of pregnancy and the constant mood swing.

Symptoms of pregnancy anxiety attack -

1.Increased palpitation
2.Excessive sweating
3.Numbness
4.Breathing problem
5.High Blood Pressure

These symptoms of pregnancy anxiety attack, which start as a mild problem if not taken care of can take a bigger shape.

Deal With Pregnancy Anxiety Attack

1.Breathing Exercise – Place one hand over your stomach, close your eyes and take a slow deep breath. While breathing, feel the expansion and contraction of the stomach muscles. Deep breathing has the ability to calm you and also your senses. You yourself will feel the stability in your heart beat rate, the peace of mind and also which result in a peaceful sleep.

2.Diet – Apart from including fruits and vegetables in your diet, make sure you include a lot of protein diet. Protein diet helps in releasing nerve calming chemical in the body, thus, reducing the anxiety.

3.Exercise – Make sure you undertake exercise under a well known trainer. Pregnancy exercises play a great role in handling anxiety. Exercise makes your nerve and muscles strong, which helps your body handle anxiety.

4.Communicate – The highest level of pregnancy anxiety finally causes depression, which is dangerous for both the mother and the child. Thus, Communicating your problem is the one of the best ways to handle anxiety.

Handle pregnancy anxiety with great care to enjoy a happy pregnancy.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.