āļøFollow for pregnancy | Birth | Postpartum education from a labor nurse & mama of 7! Setting boundaries with toxic people or situations can be difficult, but it is essential for your pregnant mamaās mental and emotional health. (and for after the baby comes! One way to set boundaries is to make it clear how you want to be treatedāand then act accordingly when those boundaries are crossed. This could mean limiting your time with someone who doesnāt respect your feelings, refusing requests that donāt align with your values, or simply speaking up when something does not feel right. You can also practice self-care by engaging in activities such as exercise, yoga, or meditating regularly to calm yourself and boost your self-esteem. Try out these phrases next time: Unsolicited pregnancy advice: āThanks for sharing, I know you are trying to help, but it is making me anxious.ā Horror birth stories: Put up your hand for the sign stop š, and say, āMy partner and I are choosing to wait to hear other birth stories until after the baby comes, and then we share our stories together.ā Personal questions: āWe are not ready to share that yet.ā Pushing their plans on you: āIām not sure how I will feel about that, but I will let you know at that time.ā Comment below and vent your feelings about toxic family members.
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