Why do I feel like this on holiday?

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I've only been here a day but I feel so homesick, anxious and emotional. I don't know what it is but I feel like of claustrophobic because I know I'm so far away from home.

How do I make this feeling go away? I should be enjoying myself but instead I feel panicky and on edge. I'm pregnant too and I feel my hormones are absolutely everywhere I don't know how to handle it. My partner doesn't understand why I feel like this and neither can I 😢

Where are you? I felt some of these feelings when I went to a developing country and had culture shock.

The other thing is maybe that you have a feeling that you have other stuff to do, eg the nesting style instincts seeing as you're pregnant. So you're not 100% focused on the adventure of travelling.

As long as its a comfortable place just try to relax and take it easy, spend time with DP, the time will pass.

@MsMcGonagall I'm only in Spain so not massively different. I just feel like I'm wishing the time away though because I really want to be at home.

I always feel similar on the first few days of a holiday, have done since I was little. Don’t overthink it too much, just accept the first few days are all about settling in and getting used to things, you’ll probably feel more relaxed after a few days to acclimatise.

When I suffered with anxiety I remember feeling like this on a holiday, being away from home has triggered your anxiety. Such a shame but you can try different things like meditation or breathing exercises to help.

Have you got things planned to keep busy?

Is this typical of how you normally feel when abroad or is it possibly just a small part of you feel anxious/nesting about wanting to be close to home during pregnancy?

I get this whenever I go away. I think it's because you're pregnant so feeling extra vulnerable and you're out of your comfort zone and "safe" spaces.

During a time of pregnancy we crave stability and reassurance- without even knowing it your home provided you with that. You know you can get anything you want from the 24 hour supermarket, you can drive to whatever you need, you have a local GP and probably local family or friends. When in another country that peace of mind is stripped away.

It's normal to feel more anxious in pregnancy your body and mind is doing what it has evolved to do, keep you safe.

It's anxiety. I went on a girls trip with my elder DD when pregnant and felt the same. I spent one day in bed in the hotel. I had a hard time for sure! I actually cut down the number of activities we did and managed to have fun. Don't feel pressured, it won't help. Take time for yourself if you need to.

I've not been abroad for years which may also not be helping. I didn't think that would bother me whatsoever but it must be contributing to how I'm feeling. I'm such a home body, always have been

It’s anxiety OP. Hugs though, it can feel awful if you’re homesick. It’ll pass. Try to find little things to enjoy xx

Maybe it’s hormones?

I remember feeling like that as a teenager on holiday with family - like I constantly wanted to go home.

Do you feel not in control of things for any reason? That can make me feel anxious and unsettled

Thank you everyone. Just posting here and browsing on MN doing something familiar has made me feel a little better. I know I'm just being silly and need to enjoy every moment, just rubbish how anxiety can take over unexpectedly

It’s been non stop raining at home so take some comfort in a bit of winter warmth!

Take the pressure off to "enjoy every moment", just read some UK based websites and local news, and try to centre yourself. You will be ok.

I may be wrong but I think it’s because you’re pregnant and may be feeling anxious and want to “nest”?

I went abroad when I was pregnant and I couldn’t wait to get home, I craved safety and the known.

i know it can be hard but try not to put too much pressure on yourself and try and enjoy your holiday

I felt the same on my previous holiday, wasn't expecting it as l hadn't been away for years but l just felt like l was killing time. I'm glad that l am happy and content at home and don't feel the need to escape, plus it saves me a fortune.

I honestly think first day blues on holiday are real. No matter how much you have been looking forward to it or how nice the place, I always feel a bit depressed when we get there. I also feel weirdly nostalgic, like I'm longing for holidays past. Sometimes this can give me a feeling like I can't be bothered trying to settle in and would rather go home. It usually disappears on the second day when I'm more used to the place. I hope you feel better today. Enjoy your break!!☀️🌴

Day 6 and still kind of feeling like I'm wishing time away! I have definitely relaxed and enjoyed myself more the last 3 nights, but that feeling of wanting to go home has never really gone 🤷🏻‍♀️