Advice for a Stress-Free Pregnancy in a Recession

Oct. 9, 2008 — -- Tori Kropp is known as the "Dear Abby" for pregnant women around the world. A decade ago, she created the enormously popular Web site, www.storksite.com, where pregnant women from all over the world write to her to ask about issues they are experiencing with their pregnancies.

She is also the author of the book " The Joy of Pregnancy," which addresses all the issues pregnant women face with a positive focus on empowering and relaxing women during those nine months.

Recognizing that the current economic climate has created more issues and stress for pregnant women, Kropp has developed a few unique ideas pregnant women should use that will help alleviate their economic stress, better prepare them for the future and, most importantly, relax them.

Take Advantage of At-Home Temp Jobs If you are not working or if you have time on your hands after working, there are various opportunities for at-home temp jobs. Some jobs that can be done at home are proofreading for authors and typing documents. This can also be beneficial as a way to earn extra money after the baby is born.

See a Therapist Pregnancy is stressful enough. But with the current economic conditions it can be even more so, making it potentially harmful to you and your baby. Seeing a therapist will help the mother work through her worries and have a healthier pregnancy and baby.

Learn to Meditate Meditation is a great way to relax, and it can be done anywhere. There are many great books that teach you how to do it and many great classes to take, too. Once again, being relaxed and of sound mind is vital to having an enjoyable and healthy pregnancy.