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Login Here Signup Here Signup using FacebookFor some reason, it may be my pregnancy.. it may be missing my far away family.. it may be a repetitious lifestyle I’m still not used to… but I’ve been in a bad mood for the last few days. Mostly just feeling down, except today I’ve been really weepy. I tried to do some new things.. I made Omshanti’s hummus, which seems to be a hit with the in-laws and tasted great, I’ve tried short walks (I’m still technically on modified bed rest), I’ve been online looking at just about everything and nothing is helping.. I don’t know if it’s the food, the weather or what but I am having troubles breaking this mood. Anyone have any suggestions?? I’ve been thinking what would be nice and help but my mind keeps coming up blank. So I was hoping you all had some advice or things you’ve done/tried when hit with a case of the “blues”.. Thanks everyone… K-Mom
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I know what you mean…try some automatic writing…just write down anything dont stop for at least ten minutes…yhis usually breaks out whatever is bothering me and I can see it and move on! Good luck!
Could be your pregnancy. I was pregnant once and I was miserable – Boy, did I cry at lot. I didn’t know why either so I am pretty sure it was those hormones
If you say that you have a “repetitious lifestyle” you are not used to – break the repetition. Plan a little trip that you know you will be excited about – even for a day. Even for something that you can do in the future (since you said you are on bed rest). Sounds like you are “cooped up” a bit since you can’t really do much.
What about making plans for the coming baby? That should keep your mind occupied. Maybe making something yourself you know the baby can use. Like a little project.
For me, things that help are to make plans for something – anything. Like plan a trip (even if it is far in the future) – I could spend hours online looking up places I want to go to and visit for a trip, listen to favorite music, watch my favorite movie (for the zillionth time), laying around with my cats (preferably listenning to the relaxing purr sound) or eating my favorite meal (raw or not).
how about planning raw meals that you will be making when the baby comes?
For me, after my son was born, I had a deep case of the ‘blues’. I too am alone (without friends/family) nearby and this probably contributed to the blues. What greatly helped was going for a walk everyday in the sunshine. I could really see a difference in how well I coped with everyday stress on days that I did vs did not go for a walk. I’m not sure how feasible this is with your bed-rest. Perhaps just sitting in the sun for 30 mins or so, if not possible to walk at first? Good luck! you are in my thoughts – sending you positive support
Thanks for the advices… I’m trying to balance the bummed feelings with positive things I took a long look at my sonogram photos today and reminded myself who taking things easy was for. My charming husband brought me some ice cream to see if it would help (it’s hot and he know’s I like it) it was a very dear gesture and helped.. I’ve decided to try some of the suggestions to see if they don’t help keep my mind more occupied. Thanks again..
Hi k-mom, sorry you are down…I think all the factors you mentioned are stressors plus heat….I know that gets old too! I agree with everyone here as far as doing little things for your self, I am going to try the writing thing myself! since you have the internet (sometimes) maybe a good U- tube crawl, there are always good home movies and comedy videos on there that are a scream! a good belly laugh always helps me! then there is the old fake it till you feel it adage, if you paste a smile on your face long enough you will start to feel happy( you may look kinda scarey to those around you but eventually it works! =) happy thoughts to you!
LOL yeah the laughing works cause when I read your post I started laughing.. Thanks I needed that. My mom-in-law must be keen to my moodiness cause she’s been paying extra attention to me today, although I told her I’m fine (why make her worried huh?) I have my monthly check-up and sonogram tomorrow so I’ve decided to ask the doctor about the short walks and see what she thinks.. Plus it will be a big thrill to see my little one, I’m sure she’s pretty big now. Thanks everyone for your help and good thoughts.. You guys are a great bunch! With love K-Mom