What are the physiological and psychological changes of pregnant women?

　　Everyone knows that pregnant women are very hardworking. They have to carry a big belly every day and often suffer from back pain. At this time, their physical and psychological needs special attention. Let's learn about it together.

　　What are the physical and psychological changes of pregnant women?

　　There will be some physical and psychological changes after pregnancy. These are normal and there is no need to worry.

　　(1) Local changes Uterus Gradually increase in size and leucorrhea. Breasts are congested, swollen, tender, and sensitive ； The areola area becomes enlarged and darker in color ； The nipples are dark brown, and after six months of pregnancy, a little translucent liquid is often squeezed out.

　　(2) Weight gain

　　In the first three months, the weight generally increases by about one kilogram. However, sometimes the weight may decrease due to "vomiting of pregnancy". Afterwards, the weight will gradually increase, and by the time of delivery, the weight will increase by about 12 kilograms. If the increase is too large, it should be controlled to avoid fetus If it is too large, it will affect the birth and the mother's future body shape.

　　(3) Pregnancy anemia

　　“Pregnancy anemia occurs because hemoglobin is relatively reduced after pregnancy, and the iron in red blood cells is absorbed by the fetus, causing maternal iron deficiency. Therefore, many pregnant women often feel dizzy. In addition, the burden on the heart will also increase, but under normal circumstances there is no adverse feeling, except for occasional palpitations.

　　（4）skin change

　　After five months of pregnancy, purple-brown spots will appear on the abdomen, called "pregnancy lines." Sometimes this phenomenon also occurs on the thighs and buttocks, which usually gradually turn white after delivery. In addition, the color of the abdominal midline will also become darker, and freckles or pregnancy spots may even appear on the face, and sweating is easier.

　　(5) Frequent urination and constipate

　　In the first and last three months of pregnancy, the enlarging uterus puts pressure on the bladder, resulting in frequent urination and constipation, and sometimes the urine cannot be completely discharged.

　　(6) Frequently feeling short of breath

　　After the uterus enlarges, the diaphragm is squeezed upward, so breathing is often rapid, especially when going upstairs, the pulse is also slightly increased, and the body temperature is also slightly higher than usual.

　　(7) Emotional changes

　　After pregnancy, you often become easily excited, anxious and worried about childbirth. However, as long as you have expectations for your child and care from your family and medical staff, you will get through this period successfully.

　　(8) Endocrine changes

　　(9) Changes in early pregnancy——

　　a. cessation of menstruation

　　b. Vomiting in the morning, loss of appetite, changes in food likes and dislikes, feeling nauseated, vomiting or tired, etc.

　　c. The breasts begin to swell, the nipples become sensitive, the breasts become larger, and the nipple color becomes darker

　　d. Emotions cannot

　　e. positive pregnancy response

　　(10) Changes in mid-pregnancy——

　　a. Hear and calculate fetal heart sounds

　　b. Fetal movement can be felt

　　c. Gradually distended abdomen

　　d. The center of the abdominal wall and near the navel become thicker due to pigmentation, and brown spots appear on the cheeks

　　e. Irregular lines (pregnancy lines) appear on the skin of the abdominal wall

　　f. When you squeeze your breasts, a thin amount of milk will leak out

　　g. Increased local secretions

　　h. Increased urination frequency and some people become constipated

　　(11) Changes at the end of pregnancy—

　　a. The abdomen is significantly enlarged, the lower abdomen and thighs feel heavy, and the back, waist and legs are easily tired

　　b. The internal organs in the abdominal cavity and chest are pushed upward, so you are more likely to be out of breath when exercising and feel flatulent in the upper abdomen when eating.

　　Is it clear to everyone now that pregnant women need to pay special attention to their psychological and physiological aspects. The points introduced above can be used as a reference for everyone to pay more attention to maintaining an optimistic mood.