20/07/2024
COPING WITH THE ANXIETY OF AN UNPLANNED PREGNANCY.
Pregnancy can be a stressful time, even when it’s planned. Add to that the shock and uncertainty that comes with an unplanned pregnancy and you’ve got a recipe for some serious anxiety. Effectively dealing with that stress is a vital part of clearing your mind so you can make smart choices for you and your baby. Through that lens, we offer the following five tips…
1. Make Sure You’re Really Pregnant
Until you’ve had a medical pregnancy test with a follow up ultrasound, it’s possible you’re stressing without cause. Home pregnancy tests can deliver false positive results, leading you to believe you’re pregnant when you’re really not. They can also give false negative results, allowing you to think you’re not pregnant when you really are. If you have solid reason to suspect you’re pregnant, a medical pregnancy test from a physician or a local women’s clinic like Sira in Gainesville can help you know for sure.
2. Talk with People Who Love You
Carrying the emotional weight of an unplanned pregnancy all on your own is too much for anyone. Talking about it and sharing your feelings with people you love can help you work through those feelings. While it’s not always easy, telling your partner you’re pregnant, or sharing the news with your parents, can almost immediately relieve much of the stress you’re feeling. Talking with a supportive friend can also be a great way to get your thoughts and emotions out there so you can effectively deal with them.
3. Learn About ALL of Your Options
You may think you already understand the pregnancy options available to you. You may have even jumped to a decision the moment you suspected you were pregnant. Truth is, with more programs available to pregnant women all the time, there are likely options you haven’t yet considered, or at least not seriously considered. Look into what being a mom would really mean for you, and what resources could make it possible for you to give your bab
