Mindfulness concepts and methods in pregnant women

Abstract

     Pregnant women experience physical, mental and social changes that can cause psychological distress during pregnancy. Anxiety and stress about the fetus. Sexual expectations and parenting, and facing pain during labor, and acting in the postpartum period. Psychological suffering can be prevented and alleviated with mindfulness. Practicing mindfulness in self-care during pregnancy by being aware of the current posture and knowing more about the mental state will help solve problems of confused thinking, stress, anxiety and pain relief in each phase. In addition, mindfulness practice can prevent and mitigate various complications that might occur during the pregnancy period. The objective of this academic paper is to propose concepts and methods of mindfulness practice in pregnant women at all stages. Also, the concept of consciousness, the benefits of mindfulness practice, methods, changes in the gestational period Childbirth and postpartum periods are also discussed in this paper as well including the methods of consciousness development at each stage of pregnancy.