Relaxation Techniques for reducing Maternal Stress and Anxiety

Individuals experience stress as a daily fact of life; it cannot be avoided. It is generated by both positive and negative experiences that require adjustment to various changes in ones current routine. Stress is a biological, social, or chemical factor that causes physical or emotional tension and may be a factor in the etiology of certain illnesses. Relaxation is a state of refreshing tranquility. Nurses are in an ideal position to assist individuals in the management of stress in their lives. Here the therapeutic benefits and various methods of relaxation techniques are described