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Pregnancy is a very special and sensitive time in a woman's life, but ignoring mental health during this time can prove to be dangerous. According to experts, negative thinking and stress during pregnancy increases the risk of depression in women, which can have a serious impact not only on the mother's health but also on the baby growing in the womb.
Due to hormonal changes during pregnancy, women have to face many ups and downs physically and mentally. Due to these changes, many times women are surrounded by stress, anxiety and negative thinking. During this time, if they are constantly surrounded by negative thoughts, then it directly affects their mental health, which increases the risk of depression.
Negative thinking can cause problems like lack of sleep, changes in appetite and lack of confidence in women. Apart from this, women suffering from depression during pregnancy feel isolated, which can prove harmful for their and their baby's health.
Effects on the child
The mother's mental health has a direct impact on the child's physical and mental development. According to researchers, if the mother suffers from depression during pregnancy, it can delay the child's mental and physical development after birth. Apart from this, stress and anxiety during pregnancy also increases the risk of premature delivery and low birth weight of the baby.
Ways to avoid depression
Experts believe that it is very important to have positive thinking and take care of mental health during pregnancy. For this, women should resort to meditation, yoga and relaxation techniques to avoid stress. Maintaining conversation with family and friends and sharing your experiences can also prove helpful in improving mental health. Apart from this, if a pregnant woman is constantly feeling sad, anxious or irritable, she should immediately consult a mental health specialist. Taking care of physical and mental health during pregnancy is important not only for the mother but also for the child.