How can I manage hormonal changes?

5-6 weeks pregnant, Health advice, Questions/answers

Marie, I have all sorts of questions about hormonal changes and was wondering how to deal with them without exploding the situation. Can you help?

Nancy

Hormones are essential for a good pregnancy and the baby’s development. That said, hormonal changes have both physical and emotional impacts. This is also the case during the postnatal period, where major changes take place, shifting you back to your normal metabolism. Please read my article about hormones for more information.

Talk soon,

Marie

The Baby Expert

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