If you are pregnant for the first time and you have a history of panic attacks, and are dreading the thought of a panic attack in the next 9 months, then pull up a chair, and follow on for the next few minutes, as this article is for you.
In this article we are going to look at three crucial elements that will be of great benefit to you in overcoming panic attacks during your pregnancy.
First we are going to be talking about yoga and correct breathing.
Next we are going to talk about the benefits of having an ultrasound.
Finally we are going to finish up by talking about what is proper nutrition for pregnancy.
"After reading this article, I hope you'll be able to overcome panic attacks with the minimum of stress and face your pregnancy with confidence.
" First lets talk about yoga and correct breathing.
Learn yoga! By taking up yoga, you will learn how to breathe properly.
If you practice the breathing techniques that are learnt in yoga, you are well on your way to a healthy and positive stress free pregnancy.
The breathing and relaxation techniques practised in yoga have been found to be an amazing help to keep your blood pressure normal and to strengthening your pelvic muscles which is of great benefit while giving birth.
If you can find classes on prenatal yoga in your locality, sign up! Try and sign up as early in your pregnancy as possible to get maximum benefits from them.
You are more likely to have an easier labor and delivery as well.
Now lets have a look at the benefits of an Ultrasound.
You would be surprised at the amount of pregnant women who do not even consider having an ultrasound.
Current evidence indicates that diagnostic ultrasound is safe for the unborn child.
Any irregularities in the growing foetus will show up in an ultrasound.
You would imagine that an assurance of the baby's good health would be a confidence booster and a weapon in the armoury of the expectant mother to overcome panic attacks.
Finally lets talk about the benefits of proper nutrition.
Increased levels of hormones can make all kinds of changes to a pregnant woman's body.
Every woman reacts differently to this drastic change.
For a healthy pregnancy, a balanced nutritious diet is a must.
Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables and balancing carbohydrates, fat, and proteins, usually ensures good nutrition.
Eating well is very important both for mother and baby.
Adequate folic acid (Vitamin B9) intake has been proven to limit fetal neural defects, preventing spina bifida.
Vitamin B9 is abundant in spinach (fresh, frozen, or canned), and is found in green leafy vegetables e.
g.
salads, beets, broccoli, asparagus, citrus fruits and melons, chickpeas (i.
e.
in the form of hummus or falafel), and eggs.
Eating 5 small meals instead of three big ones has been proven to help as it evens out or regulates the calorie intake.
These are three critical elements you MUST consider if you want to overcome panic attacks during your pregnancy.
One, check out how to breathe properly, take up yoga if you can.
Two, make sure you have had an ultrasound.
Three, take steps to begin a properly regulated regimen of nutrition.
Keep these three tips in mind, and you'll be well on your way to a healthy panic free pregnancy! Please consult your doctor before you take up any exercises or start any regimen of nutrition.
They might not suit you.