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When women are pregnant their hormones bring about many changes, and one of these is mood swings. Sometimes we feel exhilarated, and the next second we feel deeply depressed. Other people are influenced as well since our mood can dampen their spirits as well. To deal with the outbursts of anger, sadness, and almost hyperactive activity, it takes considerable effort by all the people involved.
Depression is one of the worst parts of these mood swings. Being at home alone makes this depression even more pronounced. For some reason women become very lonely and want to do something with people but just lack the energy required actually going out and doing something. Sometimes this can be caused partly because of the physical stress the pregnancy puts on the body, and the intake of vitamins (I recommend Materna) can help alleviate these symptoms. Take more initiative in doing something you enjoy doing as soon as you feel depression is starting to overtake you. Having a good friend over to talk to will help you too. Some women give up hobbies while they are pregnant because they think they will hurt the baby. Before you give up any hobbies though, make sure you talk with your physician first - you fears might be totally without basis! Talk to your husband and let him know how you are feeling. He will help you carry part of the load too. Often husbands spoil their wife during the pregnancy and help their partner very much. Husbands, don't tell your wife that they look fat. The weight gain is a necessary and natural process in the pregnancy. Your wife needs to hear that she is appreciated and still beautiful to you. Her changing body makes her feel very insecure and she needs to be assured by the person who loves her.
If your reaction is more anger and short temper then depression it could be because you feel the loss of energy and ability to do simple things such as running. Remember not to focus only on the losses you experience. You should be proud of the little baby growing inside your body. You are his home, his shelter, and his life. Make sure you remember that when you start to feel like you want to lash out at the world. Start a new hobby, treat yourself to manicures, and try new kinds of foods. Just because you can't do some things doesn't mean your life has to stop! You could also host a potluck dinner if you lack the energy to make a large feast for many people. Sometimes it can also be helpful to just take a nap, restore your energy and that will give you a whole new outlook on things. It really isn't that bad!
Lastly, if you think in one of your mood swings you hurt some people around you, don't just blame it on the pregnancy and keep feeling bad about it. Just talk to the person and let them know your feelings - you'd be surprised how often they have had the same experiences and you'll feel strengthened knowing that they forgive you and are happy for you and your growing family. Therefore, focus on the positive, try new things, and let your husband spoil you - you deserve it! Don't worry about your changing body, it will get back to normal soon and you'll have a beautiful, new baby who will look at you with love and complete trust as soon as it sees you for the first time, no matter what you look like.
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