Anxiety and pregnancy

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So I'm 11 weeks and 4 days. Everything's going fine. But my anxiety is through the roof lately and all my old ways to calm down just ain't working any more. Not once have I been sick in this pregnancy but it all revolves around food and the what if I'm sick. I'm a major sickiphobe. It's getting me down because everyone is on my case about eating and I'm struggling physically to eat. I'm eating the bare minimum. Like today for instance had 2 packets of skips and 2 mini pasties. I know I should be eating more but I'm struggling so bad. Has anyone else ever dealt with anything like this ? How did you over come it ? Feel like I'm letting everyone down and my little peanut xx

Hi. Not sure if you can help but I can let you know that you're not alone. I suffer from generalised anxiety disorder. I am only 4+2 and my anxiety has me convinced that something is wrong, that I'm miscarrying, that my symptoms aren't normal etc. Anxiety is rough. People tell you to try mindfulness and 'just not to worry' but when anxiety takes hold, it's hard to come out of it sometimes. I don't eat when I'm anxious. I can go three days with practically nothing, but I am determined not to let this happen during my pregnancy. I find writing lists of whatever is on my mind, immersing myself in a new boxset, talking to friends and going for long walks help. Just anything that keeps my mind occupied. Worst thing you can do is sit and stare at a blank wall (even if it seems like the easiest option sometimes!). Nothing wrong with talking to your gp about it either... best of luck and congrats. Sorry couldn't be of more help!