Whats making me so cranky and what can I do about it?
It’s common to have mood swings during pregnancy, because of hormonal changes that affect your levels of neurotransmitters (chemical messengers in the brain). Most pregnant women find that moodiness flares up at around 6 to 10 weeks, eases up in the second trimester, and then reappears as their pregnancy winds to a close. Try to remind yourself that emotional upheaval is normal right now. That said, making a conscious effort to nurture yourself can help keep you on an even keel during turbulent times. • Take it easy. Resist the urge to pack in as many chores as you can before the baby comes. You may think you need to stencil bunnies on the nursery walls, reorganize all the closets, or put in serious overtime before going on maternity leave, but you don’t. Pencil yourself in at the top of your to-do list. Pampering yourself is an essential part of taking care of your baby. • Bond with your partner. Clueing your partner in about how you’re feeling and reassuring him that you still love h
