Why A Support System Is Fundamental To A Healthy Pregnancy
Pregnancy can feel like the most amazing roller coaster ride that you will ever go on in your life. But for some, it can also be a very lonely time in their lives. There are changes happening not only to your body but to your emotions as well and it can seem a bit daunting at times.
It does not have to be so. You can and should get a support system in place to help you and give you the encouragement you need for the pregnancy, birth and to help you become the parent you want to be. Nutricia Careline can assist you.
Continue reading to learn more why a support system is so fundamental to a healthy pregnancy.
Support Of A Husband Or Partner
Have a good and solid talk with your partner. Tell them about the changes that you are going through. Give him a book and ask him to read it so that he can be informed with that knowledge and understand why you ask him to find you doughnuts and sardines at two in the morning. Remember that he is also going through a life period and he also needs some emotional support. Encourage him to speak to his friends and family to get the support he needs so that he will be able to do those doughnut and sardine runs for you.
Support Of Family
There is a saying that we can choose our friends, but we can’t choose our family. And yet your family, especially your mum and dad, knows you so well and they want the best for us, their children. Also, grandparents make excellent baby sitters. They can be an amazing support system because they have done it all and they have gone through exactly what you are going through. When you feel a bit blue, phone your mum and chat with her. Maybe you have an aunt that always brightens your day or a cousin that you are close with. You can also ask your siblings to be there for you.
Support Of Friends
In today’s society, many people feel closer to their friends than their family. You can ask them to support you in this time and ask them questions, basically pick their brains, if they already have children. There might be questions that you may not feel comfortable asking your family members that you can ask your friends.
Support Group
Find a prenatal group in your area that will not only teach you how to swaddle a baby but will also support you emotionally. Here you will be able to share your experiences and learn from others that have gone before you. Here you can share those worries and concerns you have and get good advice. Here you can ask questions and get informed answers.
The benefits you can look forward to in such a group are numerous. It gives you a break from home life. It will show you different parenting techniques. You have an instant support network and you have the opportunity to learn from each other. You will learn about health from guest speakers. You could even pool your purchases to get bulk discounts from shops. Special friendships can form that can last the rest of your life.
You Are Not Alone
Whether you decide to find support from your friends and family, a support group, your partner, or all of them, the good thing is that you now know that there is support out there for you. You don’t have to go this alone. When mums-to-be receive support in their pregnancy, their babies are healthier and better adjusted because a happy mother will have a happy baby. And you deserve to have a happy pregnancy.
