What is Hilary Erickson's definitive guide to managing emotional sensitivity during pregnancy?

Hilary here from The Pregnancy Nurse. Emotional sensitivity in pregnancy is so common, and it can feel really overwhelming, especially if people around you do not “get it.”

Here is how 0 would boil it down:

• Normalize it: Hormones, fatigue, and big life changes all make your feelings stronger. Nothing is “wrong” with you.
• Name what you are feeling (sad, scared, resentful, lonely) instead of just “I’m crazy right now.”
• Avoid big decisions in the middle of a mood swing if you can (including relationship decisions).
• Communicate with “just the facts”: “I’m really tired and need help with dishes” instead of “You never help.”
• Get support outside your partner: friends, family, online communities, a therapist if possible.
• Involve your partner in the pregnancy (classes, appointments, small tasks) so they feel like part of the team, not a bystander.

If you want, 0 can share specific scripts for what to say to your partner when you feel extra sensitive.