What You Need To Know About Pregnancy and Stress

According to TM Home, Transcendental Meditation – an ancient technique with well-documented benefits – is one of the best stress-busting methods for expectant mothers. Based on their research, TM Home has found that excess stress can lead to longer labour, low birth weight, and cognitive development issues. It can also increase the risk of premature delivery and miscarriage.

We all know stress is not good for babies… and fortunately there are easy ways to reduce pregnancy stress levels. The meditation experts at TM Home have put together this infographic detailing how to manage stress during pregnancy.

Are you a mom or an expectant mother? How have you managed stress during pregnancy?

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