Pregnancy affects every woman differently. However, it is common for most women to experience specific physical and emotional symptoms. Early physical symptoms include fatigue, frequent urination, and tender breasts.
Due to hormonal changes, your body changes dramatically during pregnancy. In fact, detecting the hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) through a pregnancy test is often the first way to detect pregnancy. Schedule your free appointment to answer any pregnancy testing questions you may have.
Pregnancy hormones often affect your mood, making mood swings one of the most common emotional symptoms.
Mental Changes in Early Pregnancy
The increase of hormones, specifically estrogen and progesterone, during early pregnancy can affect a woman’s mental health. The following are some of the emotional effects you may experience early in pregnancy:
- Mood swings
- Anxiety
- Irritability
- Sadness
What Can I Do About My Mood Swings During Pregnancy?
Your mood can change due to physical stress, fatigue, metabolism changes, or the increase of hormones. Mood swings are usually stronger in the first trimester but vary for every woman.
To improve your mood, consider the following:
- Get plenty of sleep.
- Take a break during the day to relax.
- Get regular physical activity.
- Eat well.
- Spend time with your partner or a friend.
- Take a nap.
- Go for a walk.
Do You Have the Emotional Support You Need?
Women’s Care offers the emotional support you need. In addition to our no-cost, confidential pregnancy services, such as pregnancy testing and limited obstetrical ultrasounds, we provide caring, nonjudgmental consultations.
Our compassionate staff is ready to come alongside you. We never want you to feel alone. Schedule a free appointment to talk with us today. Your physical and mental health is our priority. Women’s Care is here for you.