
You're not alone if you're a soon-to-be parent who feels anxious about everything, from the results of your upcoming blood test to the color of the baby's nursery. 20% of people reported experiencing a new anxiety attack during pregnancy, according to research published in the Journal of Mental Health. Pregnancy-related anxiety refers to anxiety that is frequently focused specifically on having a healthy pregnancy, birth, or child.
There is support available, including professional therapy, medicine, acupuncture, and more, whether you have had anxiety in the past or are experiencing it for the first time.