Since you’ve been pregnant, have you found yourself doing silly forgetful things that you wouldn’t normally do? How about leaving your keys in the doorknob, or misspelling simple words and getting frustrated about it? If this sounds like you, take a deep breath. You may be suffering from Pregnesia!
This may be a term that is new to you. Pregnesia has been coined as the word to describe the forgetfulness often experienced by pregnant women. Also known as “preggie brain” or “preggo mishaps”, symptoms may include ditzyness, discombobulation, and acts of random clumsiness. There may be a link between fatty acids and cognitive functioning, so increase your intake of low-mercury fatty fish and other omega-three sources.
If you’re still working, it’s quite possible for you to accidentally stare into space while your boss is talking to you. Immediately blame this on pregnesia. You don’t have to be ashamed of your condition, so don’t hide it.
If you paid for your groceries only to walk out without them, a clerk chasing you down in the parking lot yelling “Ma’am!” will surely snap you back into reality. If you’re willing to cut your losses, you could try to ignore him and make a get away. But if you aren’t near your car, waddling as fast as you can will only bring you more attention.
If you find yourself looking for the cereal box in the refrigerator, don’t panic. You will most likely forget what it was you were looking for in the first place and be able to start all over again. Save face by grabbing at the first thing you see.
I’m here to tell you that while your symptoms may lessen after delivery, they do not fully disappear. Your newly born child will continue to leach at your memory and affect your thinking. Dutch researchers have found that memory is still compromised eight months post partum. so, you may remember to dress your child only to forget to diaper her. Or perhaps you are already swapping your children’s names like a seasoned mom. In either case, embrace this new affliction. It won’t be going away anytime soon.
What kind of symptoms have you had lately?
For more pregnancy health tips, see:
Let’s Talk About Herbs to Avoid During Pregnancy
Let’s Talk About Safe Herb Usage in Pregnancy
Let’s Talk About Morning Sickness