Pregnancy brings up different emotions, including feeling anxious or stressed. In different stages of pregnancy, a mother deals with different stresses. During pregnancy, stress is a normal reaction due to major changes in the body. But too much stress or stable stress can lead to health problems both for you and your baby.

Dr.Karnika Tiwari, asenior gynaecologist from one of the best pregnancy hospital in Noida says that chronic stress may also affect the brain development that might lead to behavioural issues as the baby grows. It’s a considerable point for pregnant women if they’re dealing with chronic stress due to financial or relationship troubles. This stress affects the unborn baby’s growth and increases the chances of gestation pregnancy like premature birth or stillbirth. They can also increase the risk of problems in your baby’s future physical and mental development.

Dr. KarnikaTiwari from Motherland Hospital, Noida advises that it’s important to look after your mental health during pregnancy, just as it’s important to look after your physical health.

Some small activities like yoga, meditation or something you like to do can keep you stress-free. If you are feeling well, comfortable and happy, then you can easily manage the stress. When stress is managed, it would not have any serious effects on you or your baby.

To reduce stress, try the following:

• Don’t pay attention to the triggers that make you stressed.
• Don’t overthink which makes you stressed.
• Try to take rest and don’t put too much pressure on yourself.
• Take a healthy, well-balanced diet that keeps you and your baby healthy.
• Talk to someone you trust about your concerns.
• Do regular exercises that are suitable for during pregnancy.
• Do yoga, meditation, breathing, or relaxation.
• Meet with people who make you happy and calm and be there for you when you need them.