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Why You Cry More Easily During Pregnancy

BySamradni Pradhan
Updated: 19 Feb 2026, 8:00 am
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Nivedita Jha, Consultant – Obstetrics & Gynaecology, SPARSH Hospital

You may be crying over little things easily these days that never affected you before. The thing is, emotional sensitivity is common during pregnancy due to hormonal changes, physical discomfort, mental load, and stress. You will feel more in control of your emotions once you understand why it happens. It will also help you navigate these changes more effectively with appropriate support and care.

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Pregnancy can bring out confusing emotions in which you may feel joyful one moment, but cry the next. You may tear up over a silly moment or feel overwhelmed by small things. Crying is not a weird reaction when you are pregnant. It is actually way more common, especially in the first and third trimesters. You can manage your emotions more effectively once you understand why you cry.
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