Pregnancy Counselling Abbostford and Eltham

Pregnancy Counselling in Abbostford and Eltham Regions.

Ante Natal Depression and Anxiety

About one in ten women experience antenatal depression. Ante natal anxiety is thought to be as common. It is normal to have some changes in mood and experience some level of nervousness when expecting a baby. It becomes a concern when daily life and functioning is affected.

Signs of Ante Natal Depression and Anxiety

Worrying about birth
Panic attacks (rapid heart rate, shortness of breath, shaking and feeling detached from your surroundings)
Persistent worry often focused upon the fears for the health and wellbeing of the baby
Obsessive or compulsive behaviours
Abrupt mood swings
Feeling constantly sad, low or crying for no reason
Nervous, edgy and/or panicky
Feeling constantly tired and lacking energy

Having little interest or no interest in the normal things that bring pleasure such as spending time with friends, exercise, eating or spending time with your partner
Sleeping too much or not sleeping well at all
Losing interest in sex or intimacy
Withdrawing from friends and family
Being easily annoyed or irritated
Finding it difficult to focus, concentrate or remember
Engaging in more risk taking behaviour (use of alcohol or drugs)
Having thoughts of suicide

How counselling can help you with anxiety…

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Pregnancy Counselling in Abbostford and Eltham Regions.

Ante Natal Depression and Anxiety

Signs of Ante Natal Depression and Anxiety

How counselling can help you with anxiety…

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