31/08/2026
INSOMNIA IN PREGNANCY
What is insomnia ❓
Insomnia means lack of or (inadequate ) or poor-quality sleep.
Some people do loose sleep during pregnancy for so many reasons.
YOU may loose your precious sleep time during pregnancy for so many reasons. Whatever the reason may be, I want to reassure you that lack of sleep (insomnia) is not harmful to your baby❗
I have come across some women in pregnancy who have or do suffer from poor sleep patterns. This has been known to affect approximately 8 out of 10 pregnant women❗
So why Insomnia❓
THE following would cause Poor sleep in pregnancy:
MEDICAL ILLNESSES
👌Difficulty falling asleep
👌 Waking up frequently during the night
👌 Difficulty returning to sleep
👌 Non refreshing sleep
What causes insomnia during pregnancy❓
👍 Anxiety
👍 Discomfort due to the increased size of your abdomen
👍 Severe Back pain in pregnancy
👍 Round ligament Pain
👍 Hormonal changes
👍 Heartburn
👍 Frequent urination during the night
👍 Anticipating the arrival of your baby
👍 Frequent and vivid dreams
For Non Drug management of Insomnia
· The first and most effective way to managed sleep problems in pregnancy is to understand the cause , and to appreciate the fact that we would need to consider and use lifestyle changes effectively to help relieve the condition and avoid all medications🤔🤔
So I would encourage you to try the following tips:
👌 Pay attention to your body and try new sleeping positions.
👌 Endeavour to use simple techniques , like having a shower close to bed time
👌 Get a gentle and light massage to calm your muscles and nerves.]
👌Play soft and quite hypnotic music close the bedtime
👌Turn off the light of the room close to bedtime.
👌 Avoid putting a TV in your room.
👌 Try relaxation techniques, such as the ones you may have learned in a childbirth class
👌 If all fails then you can try and do the things you love, like reading or writing a book or journal.
👌 Regular Exercise during the day helps to get better sleep at night, and get some short naps/sleep during the day If can
👌 Avoid food 2-3 hours before bed time, this reduces the incidence of heartburns , which could also cause insomnia.
👌 And when all fails, CALL YOUR DOCTOR
Avoid sleep medications during pregnancy, as they could filter to your unborn babies through the placenta, always discuss the potential risks with your doctor and pharmacist to ensure you are fully informed of the potential consequences ❗
A Safe delivery to all our pregnant Mommas . To All our Going To Conceive Moms you are next to testify 💖💖💖
©️ Your Health Coach
