There’s no question that pregnancy is a beautiful thing. However, it’s also one of the most stressful periods of a woman’s life. Not only is she having to adjust to the changes in her body, but she’s also having to deal with the anxiety of whether or not she’ll be able to keep the weight off once she gives birth. With so much on her mind, it’s no wonder that she might lose her appetite, and that’s causing her to lose weight. In this article, we’ll explore how you can help your partner (whether it’s a spouse, fiancé, boyfriend, or just a friend) get through this time in their lives, and what you as a concerned partner can do to help bring them back up to weight. Keep reading for more information.
Pregnancy Hormones
One of the biggest issues that pregnant women face is the change in their bodies. While she’s eagerly anticipating the birth of her child, she has to deal with the fact that this isn’t the same as other times in her life. When she was in her 20s and 30s, she probably encountered a number of different diets and workout regimes, and was able to keep the weight off. This time around, it’s a different story. She doesn’t have the energy to go on a diet, and she certainly doesn’t have the time to go on workout retreats. Instead, she’s relying on her hormones to do the trick. Specifically, it’s her pregnancy hormones which are helping to suppress her appetite, and it’s causing her to lose weight. This is a problem, because while she may be tempted to indulge in foods which she knows are bad for her – such as chocolate and potato chips – she has to keep her appetite in check, otherwise, she won’t be able to provide her baby with the nutrients they need. In other words, she’ll jeopardize both their health.
Lack Of Sleep
There’s another factor which is hindering pregnant women from getting back to their pre-pregnancy weight. Even before she gets pregnant, she might not have been getting the sleep she needed, which is causing her to lose weight. When she does finally get some sleep, she’ll probably wake up feeling refreshed, and that’ll help her manage her appetite. However, as her pregnancy progresses, the longer she goes without sleep, the more tired she’ll feel, and the less effective her hormones will be in keeping her metabolism up. Furthermore, getting too little sleep will cause her stress levels to rise, and that’s also putting her body in a state of emergency, which is further sabotaging her ability to keep the weight off. In other words, lack of sleep is one of the main reasons why so many women end up with excessive amounts of weight after giving birth. It doesn’t help that so much time and energy is spent worrying about whether or not they’ll be able to maintain the weight, instead of focusing on the positive aspects of being a parent.
Tiredness
Another reason why so many women lose weight during and after their pregnancy is because it takes a lot out of them. Even when they do manage to get their pre-pregnancy weight back, they probably won’t feel like themselves again until well after their baby is born. If they’re not getting enough rest and have too much on their mind, it’s no wonder that they don’t feel like eating healthy, as much as they might want to. They might also end up feeling bloated, which interferes with their physical activity, as well. Furthermore, being a parent is already a hard job, and it doesn’t help that much more as she gets older. She’s now has a baby girl, and it’s even more demanding than it was before. It takes a lot out of a woman to give birth, and as much as she wants to help her body to heal, it’s still not healthy for her to be overexerting herself physically, especially considering that she needs to keep her appetite in check during this time. In other words, while it might be tempting to give in to her cravings, it’s definitely not worth it, especially if it ends up being unhealthy for her in the long run.
Anxiety
It’s not just about the physical changes going on in her body which are causing the weight to pile on. Even before she gets pregnant, there’s likely to be a lot of anxiety surrounding the pregnancy. She doesn’t know what to expect, and it might throw her off balance. It’s natural for her to feel anxious, especially since this is a time in her life when she’s not prepared for, and it doesn’t help matters that much that it’s her first pregnancy, or that it’s a complex issue, or that it’s an emotional time for her, or any of the other myriad of things which could be making her feel anxious. Naturally, she might end up losing weight as a result of all this, but it’s not just about her hormones and her lack of sleep. It’s a culmination of all the things which are causing her stress, and it’s leading to her losing weight.
Thrifty
If she’s smart about what she eats, and watches what she spends, she’ll have plenty of money to spoil her baby with. Nevertheless, there’s also the issue of whether or not she’ll be able to keep the weight off once the baby is born. Naturally, she wants to do everything in her power to make sure that her baby is healthy, and that they have all the necessary nutrients, but she doesn’t want to set herself up for failure by doing all the wrong things. In other words, it’s not just about eating healthy and being active, it’s about eating what she needs and avoiding what she knows is bad for her, being active, and avoiding unhealthy relationships – all while trying to raise a healthy child. It’s a lot to juggle, and it might be hard to keep the weight off, even if she wants to, which she probably does, considering all that she has to deal with. It takes a lot of willpower to resist the urge to eat the foods which she knows are bad for her, and she might need help from her partner, or friends, or family – in other words, everyone around her. In the end, it might be better for her to accept the fact that she won’t be able to keep the weight off, and that she needs to focus on doing what she can to provide her baby with the healthiest start in life. In other words, it’s better for both of them if she takes the long view.
Mental Stimulus
It takes a lot of mental energy to stay fit during the day, and it’s hard to do so when you’re constantly thinking about food. If there’s something which is helping to deprive her of food, it’s probably the fact that she’s so busy thinking about other things, which is why it’s important to give her space to relax. Naturally, she might want to avoid things which are triggering her anxiety or depression, and it might be worth it for her to watch what she consumes, especially since it’s easy to fall into a vicious cycle of overeating and feeling bad. Furthermore, it’s important to keep in mind that so much of her energy is being used for the more important things in her life, instead of worrying about the little things, which might seem big in comparison. In other words, it’s not just about the weight loss, it’s about her having the energy to maintain a healthier lifestyle – a healthier mindset – for herself and her baby, which is why it’s important to take the time to focus on her mental faculties, instead of allowing her emotions to get the best of her, which might otherwise lead her to eat the foods which she knows are bad for her, and to stay in bed all day long. It’s good for her, and it’s good for her baby. Ideally, it would be best for her to see a professional, who could help her figure out ways in which she could use her energy more positively – to maintain a healthier lifestyle, and to raise her baby in a healthier environment. Naturally, it might be hard for her to seek help, considering all the personal things which are going on, but it’s worth it for both of them in the end.