How to alleviate the psychological pressure of elderly childbearing?
With the social progress and the change of people's conception of fertility, more and more women choose to give birth at an advanced age. However, the elderly childbearing is often accompanied by increased psychological pressure. This article will discuss how to relieve the psychological pressure of elderly childbearing from four aspects: professional guidance, emotional regulation, family support and social resources.
1、 Professional guidance
Women who give birth at an advanced age need to seek professional medical guidance to understand their physical conditions and the risks of childbirth. First, women can consult with obstetricians and gynaecologists for comprehensive physical examination and evaluation. Doctors can give birth advice and guidance according to women's age, physical health and other factors.
Secondly, women can choose to have fertility treatment in professional reproductive hospitals. For example, the Reproductive Center of Peking Union Medical College Hospital provides services related to elder childbearing, including artificial insemination, test tube baby and other technologies. In reproductive hospitals, women can get support and help from professional doctors and technical teams.
Finally, women can also attend relevant fertility training courses to learn fertility knowledge and skills. These courses are usually taught by a team of obstetrics and gynecology experts and psychological consultants, aiming to help women better face the problems and challenges of fertility.
2、 Emotional regulation
Older women who give birth often experience more anxiety and stress. Therefore, emotion regulation is one of the important ways to relieve psychological pressure. First, women can relieve stress through physical exercise. Exercise can secrete endorphins, dopamine and other hormones in the body to help improve mood and mood.
Secondly, women can try some relaxation and meditation methods. For example, deep breathing, warm bathtub bathing, listening to music, etc. can help relax the body and mind, reduce anxiety and tension.
In addition, women can also find some favorite activities to distract their attention. For example, reading, watching movies and traveling are all good choices. These activities can make women forget the pressure of childbirth for the time being and enjoy the present happiness.
3、 Family support
The support and understanding of family members are crucial for women who have given birth at an advanced age. First of all, women can communicate with their partners to jointly face the challenges of childbirth. The support and understanding of partners can help women reduce stress and enhance confidence.
Secondly, women can share their feelings and confusion with family and friends. Talking is an important way to relieve psychological pressure, which can help women get emotional support and love.
In addition, women can also participate in some self-help groups or community activities. For example, the China Pregnancy Forum is a platform dedicated to providing exchanges and support for older women who have given birth. Here, women can share their experience and feelings with their sisters who have also experienced childbirth at an advanced age, and encourage and support each other.
4、 Social resources
In addition to family support, social resources also play an important role in alleviating the psychological pressure of elderly childbearing. First, women can seek the help of psychological consultants. Psychological counselors can help women understand and cope with their emotions and provide psychological support through listening and guidance.
Secondly, women can participate in some social activities or lectures related to elder childbearing. These activities are usually organized by professional teams, aiming to provide relevant knowledge and information to help women better understand and face the elderly childbirth.
Finally, women can also seek support from social welfare policies. Some regions provide subsidies and preferential policies for elderly childbearing, such as delayed retirement and maternity allowance. The implementation of these policies can reduce part of the economic and life pressure and provide women with more choices.
Summary
The psychological pressure of elderly childbearing is a real problem, but it can be alleviated through professional guidance, emotional regulation, family support and rational use of social resources. Women should not be too anxious and distressed. They should actively seek support and help, believe in their own ability, face the elderly childbirth with a healthy and positive attitude, and welcome the arrival of new life.
