4 Ways To Deal With Work Stress During Pregnancy

Wed Feb 22, 2023

Pregnant women experience both physical and mental stress, including aching joints and muscles as well as confusion, fear, and maybe even annoyance at the rapid physical and hormonal changes taking place in their bodies. However, expectant mothers who work also experience stress at work, which must be handled delicately because stress and other strong emotions can negatively impact both the health of the mother and the unborn child. These are some strategies for managing stress:

1) Work On Your Breathing At Work

Breathing exercises are crucial to maximise your breathing capacity and to help you manage with stress, both physical (relief from sore joints and muscles) and mental (as shallow breathing, which is how most people breathe all the time, won't help you fulfil your oxygen requirements) (worries and anxiety). You can take brief breaks during the day to practise breathing techniques like deep breathing.

2) Make Your Workspace Comfortable

By making a few easy adjustments, you may make your workspace more comfortable. Using a maternity pillow as a back support when sitting will provide relief and help prevent back discomfort and pains, for instance, if your job requires you to spend a lot of time sitting in one place, such as in front of a computer. A water bottle, some medications, and other necessities can be kept right in front of you.


3) Anti-Magnetic Belt

If your job requires you to be in close proximity to electronic devices for extended periods of time, you may have worried whether it is safe for you to do so; various studies have found that the radiation from these devices does have an impact on a baby's growth. The anti-electromagnetic belt, which shields the developing foetus from dangerous electromagnetic radiation, can be worn within or outside of conventional clothing.

4) Change In Lifestyle

The greatest method to deal with stress is to just look after yourself and quit obsessing over things you can't control. Use that time to focus on your health and the health of the baby rather than worrying. Make good lifestyle choices. When you feel like nibbling, eat a piece of fruit, Exercise frequently, Practice pranayama, which helps to promote a comfortable delivery.

Ashutosh Bhardwaj, MBBS, DCH, PGDUS, PGPN
He is a Pediatrician and Neonatologist with passion of teaching on pregnancy diet and nutrition, scientific womb talk trainer, and baby brain development trainer.

Launch your GraphyLaunch your Graphy
100K+ creators trust Graphy to teach online
goodwishkidscare.com 2024 Privacy policy Terms of use Contact us Refund policy