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Pregnant? Here's how to deal with the new you : Life Kit Pregnancy is hard work – for the body, mind and soul. There are seemingly endless resources for all the physical and logistical aspects of pregnancy but far fewer for renegotiating your sense of self in every part of your life. We'll discuss the effect of pregnancy on the brain, the importance of embracing negative feelings and strategies for maintaining changing relationships.

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Pregnant? Here's how to deal with the new you

Pregnant? Here's how to deal with the new you

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Pregnancy is hard work – for the body, mind and soul. There are seemingly endless resources for all the physical and logistical aspects of pregnancy but far fewer for renegotiating your sense of self in every part of your life. We'll discuss the effect of pregnancy on the brain, the importance of embracing negative feelings and strategies for maintaining changing relationships.

A pregnant person lying in bed, covering their head with a pillow. Pregnancy doesn't last forever...but it's crucial to learn your mental, social and emotional boundaries before your baby arrives.
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A pregnant person lying in bed, covering their head with a pillow. Pregnancy doesn&#039;t last forever...but it&#039;s crucial to learn your mental, social and emotional boundaries before your baby arrives.
Justin Paget/Getty Images