- Pregnancy can be overwhelming; anxiety is very common during and after pregnancy. It is similar to regular anxiety but is connected to having a baby and becoming a parent. Symptoms include:
- Worrying excessively, especially your health or baby
- Inability to concentrate or sit still
- Dizziness, hot flashes and nausea
- Feeling like something bad is going to happen
- Feeling irritable or agitated
- Sleeping poorly
- High levels of anxiety can increase your risk in developing
- Preeclampsia
- Premature birth
- Low birth weight
- Postpartum anxiety can affect your bond with your baby, however talking with your doctor and finding treatment can help.
- For more information on postpartum anxiety visit, Postpartum Anxiety.