I would have to admit that the first trimester was very difficult for me emotionally. Looking back now, I can't believe what an emotional roller coaster it was. From what I have found, I'm not sure if many women do. It wasn't what I was expecting it to be at all. What I found so difficult were mainly two things.
I was constantly tired, and at night, I couldn't sleep from the leg cramps and having to get up to use the bathroom. At all hours of the day, I was purely exhausted. The second thing I found the most difficult was how emotional I was. I felt confused and worried, after all, I was supposed to be so happy about being pregnant, and I was just sad.
It was a strengthening period for Chip and me. I felt so bad for him after all, he could not relate, and he was honestly thinking he had found the craziest girl on the planet…. I was beginning to feel like I was a crazy person.
I also had periods where I broke out on my face and neck. I did buy some face wipes to help. I was a little held back on the thought because I had never had an issue with that.
Surprisingly, I didn't call to my Drs. office much. The one time I did I had stomach pains on my side. It was just stomach muscles stretching, it's quite normal and I'm used to it now.
Anyways, this just does not sound like much like a joyful experience, but from what I have read and how I have been feeling now you will be yourself again and have an enjoyable experience. I feel a lot better now after my 11 week period. I would describe it as my head feels out of the clouds, and I can breathe again!!
Its a strong cocktail of hormones and chemicals, not to mention our little Baby Fig. The hormones estrogen and progesterone increase rapidly in the first few months, affecting the levels of neurotransmitters in the brain. (read more on it here)
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Take it easy. Slow down, I found that when I was moody, everything was extreme.
Bond with your partner. Although I thought that just telling him how I was feeling and having him understand would work. Allow him to be connected as much as possible. Most of all, make time for both of you!
Do something that makes you feel good. It meant a lot to me when someone took me out to get my nails and hair done. These little things would relax me and put me at ease, looking back. I would also start reading up on baby blogs and books to get a better understanding of myself and pumped for the baby..
Reach out. Air your worries with understanding, supportive friends. Just being able to get them out with help releases some of that anxiety. They would also be useful in giving you insight into solutions or disputing them. My friends helped me out so much, I don't know what I would do without them. Talk with your partner as well, keep it a two-way street, andlisten to their feelings too.
Manage your stress. One thing that I have learned in the past is to manage my stress that was helpful and key to being healthy and happy. Don't overt think stuff, write things down, see a counselor, find ways to decompress. SLEEP eventhough this was nearly impossible during my first trimester. Eat well be conscious of what goes into your body, but snacktoo. Exercise, find a routine to do. Have fun!
I found it really helpful to listen to other friends and to read others' stories… this is mine.
These suggestions are just what I found helpful. You don't have to follow these, nor do I have any medical backing.
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