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I Have Anxiety

I just had to phone in sick and I feel horribly guilty about it. Pregnancy hormones are racking up my anxiety and I just had a huge panic attack to the point where I couldn't breathe. I was sitting on the floor feeling like I was dying. I told work I was sick and now I feel like a piece of crap for letting them down. This isn't me at all and I don't feel like I'm human anymore, just a poor excuse for one.
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Persephone · 51-55, F
Why are you anxious? The pregnancy hormone progesterone is known for its calming effects.
Starsandfire · 31-35, F
@Persephone antenatal anxiety is a thing, apparently. The midwife said I'll need extra support or something if it gets worse
Persephone · 51-55, F
@Starsandfire well I know that stress hormones compete with progesterone for resources. Are you eating well? I have a thing somewhere that tells which vitamins you need to make progesterone. ..
Starsandfire · 31-35, F
@Persephone oh thank you! That's so helpful :)