Various changes that occur in pregnancy can make pregnant women feel more sensitive. Naturally, pregnant women become more irritable, sad, or offended by the various words addressed to them.
Feelings of sensitive pregnant women can occur due to hormonal changes during pregnancy. This makes the neurotransmitters that control mood get disturbed. In addition, stress, fatigue, and changes in body metabolism can also be another cause of the emergence of sensitive feelings in pregnant women.
Sentences to Avoid when Talking to Pregnant Women
Keeping what is said is actually something to be accustomed to, especially in the presence of pregnant women who often have mixed feelings. Instead of making small talk, you can actually offend him.
Here are some things you should not say to pregnant women:
1. How come your body is so fat?
Most women may already be stressed enough to see his body getting bigger during pregnancy. The sentence above will only increase the burden on his mind, damage his confidence, and make him inferior.
Weight gain is a natural thing to happen in pregnancy. It is needed for the development of the baby in the womb. So, instead of saying these words with a negative connotation, it is better to help pregnant women to not worry too much about changes in body shape.
2. Your face is dull, deh!
If your face looks dull due to fatigue or not wearing makeup, then you don't need to emphasize it. Pregnant women actually know, really, if their appearance may not be as usual, but now there are more things to be prioritized, rather than watching his appearance in front of you.
Just understand his condition by not discussing his appearance. Instead, you can make him feel happy by saying, "For the size of a pregnant woman, you are still far more beautiful, really."
3. Looks like your body is too thin
This sentence is impressed that you are commenting on the health of the baby in the womb which is not enough to get nutrition, because it is conceived by a thin pregnant woman.
If you see it is too thin for the size of a pregnant woman, be careful in conveying your worries. Even though you mean well, don't let your delivery be memorable.
4. Already pregnant again? Conceded, huh?
You might be surprised when you see a friend who has two entities back, even though his child is still a baby. However, you should refrain from expressing your surprise.
5. Pregnant women can't eat and drink this!
Just instill in your mind that pregnant women certainly check the womb to the doctor. One of the things he must have consulted with his doctor was the issue of food and drinks which may or may not be consumed.
6. Do you plan to give your baby milk?
Actually this is none of your business. Just trust him that he already knows what is best for his baby. But if he asks your opinion on this matter, you can convey information according to your knowledge and encourage him to ensure this to the doctor.
7. Childbirth is very painful, you know!
Most women may be afraid to hear the word childbirth. Therefore, do not say things that can make him afraid to go through labor. It will only make him stress and worry too much.
Instead of saying scary things, you can provide information or articles that discuss tips and tricks for childbirth.
8. You're too old to get pregnant
You never know the reason why she just got pregnant at that age. Maybe she was not ready to become a parent or maybe she had had difficulty getting pregnant.
So, avoid these words or chats that refer to the dangers of pregnancy in old age. When pregnant at that age, she may already know the consequences and have gotten an explanation from the doctor.
9. You haven't given birth yet?
If she has passed 9 months but hasn't given birth, don't ask the question. Understand, in this condition he may have already been stressed because he has not yet found signs of birth.
Compared to asking questions that make him more anxious, you can ask about how he is doing or if there is anything you can help with.
During pregnancy, the emotional condition of a pregnant woman becomes unstable due to hormonal changes she experiences and various things that she faces. Come on, help pregnant women by avoiding sentences that can worsen the emotional state and replace with positive sentences that can encourage him.
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