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Panic attack

A sudden episode of intense fear or physical distress that can happen during pregnancy and may need medical attention if persistent or severe.

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Mood and emotional changes by trimester

Mood and emotional changes by trimester

Why emotions can shift across pregnancy Pregnancy is a dynamic neuroendocrine and psychological state. Rising concentrations of estrogen and progesterone, changes in cortisol regulation, evolving sleep architecture, metabolic demands, and immune adaptation all occur alongside major life changes. These biological shifts do not determine mood in a simple one-to-one way, but they can alter stress […]