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For such a monumental moment, its a bit anticlimactic to process this news alone or nearly alone.

6 Ways to Feel a Little Better During Your First Trimester

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And that can feel isolating, considering the radical changes going on in your body.

Depending on your situation, you may already be attending regular doctor appointments too.

Thats why its so important to think about the support you need now.

Here are some ways to feel better during your first trimester.

Prioritize your mental health.

Unfortunately, this screening occurs most often at the postpartum checkup.

Working with a licensed therapistor a reproductive psychiatrist who specializes in perinatal mood disorders can be a huge relief.

The goal is to be able to hold some natural anxiety and hope or happiness at the same time.

Like any fear, holding it in can give it more power, Dr. Riddle says.

Talking it out and working through it with a skilled professional really does help.

Connect with your community.

Enlist the help of a full-spectrum doula.

Ultimately, working with a doula can make you feel more empowered in your pregnancy.

Ask yourself if your provider makes you feel seen and heard.

The first trimester, however, is notorious for nausea and vomitingand these symptoms can be pretty debilitating.

Be honest about your limits.

Keeping up with the demands of daily life can be tough when youre often feeling incredibly tired and unwell.

you could say, Ive been overwhelmed recently.

You dont have to talk about the why if you are not ready.

Needing help doesnt need to be qualified, Dr. Riddle says.

Imagine if you were asked to help someone in your circle?

How would you respond?

Youd probably be honored they asked you and trusted you.

But things arent the same for you mentally or physically, so its important tobe kind to yourself.

Additionally, its crucial toknow your legal rightsaround pregnancy and employment.

Lean on your partner.

They might not understand all the changes youre going through, but that doesnt mean that they dont care.

Keep them in the loop about your needs and check in about how theyre feeling too.

Otherwise, a lack of communication can build resentment and make you feel even less supported.

In many relationships, we can get into a Why cant you read my mind?

We dont mean to, but we all do it sometimes, Dr. Riddle says.

Messages are better digested when youre both able to hear each other out and arent stewing in negative feelings.