Just Another Manic Mommy

Dear Manic Mommy: I am pregnant and as you may know, we get really sensitive and I cry a lot now that I am almost due. I have a lot of things that I hold inside and keep to myself and I have not told my mom. What I want to know is should I let everything out or just keep it inside?

Manic Mommy: When you say that you have not told your mom, do you mean that you have not told your mom that you are pregnant, or that you have not told your mom that you're keeping all of these emotions inside? If you haven't told your mom that you are pregnant, and you are almost due, then you should tell her now. She may be a very good support person for you.

If you're talking about just needing to share your emotions with someone, you should tell  your mom what's on your mind. There are so many hormonal changes that happen during pregnancy and the littlest thing can set a pregnant woman off, for no reason at all. And as abnormal as it may seem, it's really all very normal to be feeling and acting this way.

What you need to do is if you're feeling like you need help from someone, take that step and ask for help. Seek out your friends and family and share your emotions and feelings, and the things that are bothering you with the people you trust and love. I think since you've sent a note to me, that you've taken that first step, and you're on your way to feeling better. Good luck in the final stages of your pregnancy!