Pregnancy is the most beautiful and at the same time the most difficult period for the female body. It seems that everything is turned upside down. What you loved to eat before gestation, now you hate what you liked from smells, it began to annoy. And then there is insomnia, which exhausts and torments almost every night. Is the situation familiar? Let's talk about why pregnant women can't sleep at night and what to do about it.

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According to scientific studies, every second pregnant woman suffers from insomnia during pregnancy. Usually, sleep disturbance occurs in the second trimester and continues until the very birth. The first trimester of gestation is accompanied by a feeling of constant drowsiness.

Let's look deep into the problem

To understand why not sleep at night, you need to find the reason, and then all problems are resolved. So, the female body is very complex not only in structure, but also in all biochemical processes. When pregnancy occurs, all systems and physiological processes are rebuilt. This is apparently another life being born. The causes of insomnia are:

• hormonal changes;
• uncomfortable conditions (convulsions, heartburn, toxicosis, etc.);
• stressful moments;
• changes in internal organs associated with the growth of the uterus;
• fetal movements;
• chronic fatigue.

During the period of bearing a child, the psychological status of a woman changes dramatically, each reacts to her condition in different ways. Based on this, experts divide sleep disorders into several types:

• it is difficult to fall asleep - usually a woman tosses and turns, looking for a comfortable position, this period drags on for long hours;
• sleep sensitivity or intrasomnic disorders - when a woman wakes up from the slightest noise, it is difficult to fall asleep again;
• post-somnia disorders - a pregnant woman wakes up early, even if she fell asleep late or the sleep was of poor quality.

As a rule, disorders can occur both in one form and combined.

What is the danger of sleep disturbance

Insomnia is a problem that should not be ignored. It can cause many pathological conditions:

• impaired immunity, which can lead to frequent illnesses, which will negatively affect gestation;
• can contribute to the birth of a baby with a low body weight;
• exacerbation of chronic diseases.

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Scientists have proven that when sleep is disturbed in the body, cytotoxins are released in excessive amounts, which attack healthy cells. This mechanism reduces immunity, thereby making a woman's body less vulnerable to infections.

Lullaby for pregnant women

Having dealt with the causes of insomnia during an interesting situation, it is necessary to eliminate, if possible, the cause:

• to eliminate the stress factor, it is necessary to remember and act according to the principle: I am pregnant and let the whole world wait. The problem of any pregnant woman is to have time to correct everything before the birth of the child. Starting with the annual report at work and ending with the upbringing of her husband. No, dear ladies, stop and catch your breath, your life is moving on to a new round. Now you need to think about both the child and yourself. I hasten to reassure you that it is impossible to fix the world in 9 months! Less stress, better sleep;
• only positive emotions, we exclude viewing disturbing news, programs, films, reading books with emotional stories. The hormonal background of the female body during pregnancy especially affects the psychological status, the woman becomes more sensitive, tearful, emotional. As a result, poor sleep at night;
• we rest more, chronic fatigue reduces the quality of sleep, therefore, dear mothers, we rest and walk more, walks before going to bed are desirable;
• Proper nutrition contributes to normal sleep. During the period of gestation, women, as soon as they do not excel in their desires: pickles, flour, fried, etc. Basically, the intake of such junk food occurs in the evening or at night, which explains the poor quality of sleep and the appearance of symptoms such as heartburn, flatulence, etc. Therefore, dear ladies, it is worth moderating your whims and including only healthy foods in your diet, before going to bed we try not to burden the stomach;
• water procedures help to relax and speed up the process of falling asleep, keep in mind that baths can provoke contractions and premature birth, so doctors recommend taking a shower, the water temperature should not exceed 37-38C;
• warm drinking milk with honey or herbal tea specially adapted for pregnant women helps to fall asleep quickly and improve the quality of sleep;
• aromatherapy helps to create a relaxing atmosphere, the only thing is not to overdo it and choose a pleasant smell for you;
• special devices for sleeping, the longer the pregnancy, the more difficult it is to find a comfortable position for sleeping. In recent months, just flour for a woman, her stomach has been growing, it is uncomfortable to sleep on her back, as the uterus presses on neighboring organs, thereby causing a number of uncomfortable sensations. Today, various devices have appeared on the market for the convenience of sleeping pregnant women in the form of pillows, rollers, etc.;
• the use of medicines, namely a new drug like Glycine, is indicated only with the strict instructions of your doctor! You can not take pills on the advice of friends, neighbors, pharmacists, etc. Only a specialist will be able to assess your condition and give the right recommendations for taking medications.

Dedicated to future dads

Our dear men awaiting replenishment in the family, we women sometimes demand a star from the sky from you when we send you at 3 o'clock in the morning for strawberries and herring, thereby causing insomnia in you. Therefore, these recommendations are dedicated to you:

• take walks with your pregnant girlfriend every evening, admire the sunset or the starry sky together;
• watch good movies together, read literature about pregnancy and babies, even if it bothers you;
• change your diet, giving preference only to healthy food, thereby your spouse will not stuff unhealthy food into herself in the evening, and then pester you in the middle of the night with her whims;
• relieve your wife of doing household chores, this will help her relax more and, of course, will pleasantly surprise you;
• more pleasant words, even if your nerves are on edge. Believe me, all the words spoken in a fit of anger can hurt and then insomnia will torment your dear pregnant woman for many more nights;
• it’s better to fall asleep together, gently hug your beloved, and she will immediately fall asleep, quietly snoring on your courageous shoulder until the morning.

Preparations

Among the safest drugs for the treatment of insomnia is glycine. How to combine the drug glycine during pregnancy, we have already written.

In conclusion, I hope that the article proposed to you will be very helpful in such a difficult period as bearing a child. There is no need to panic and think that something is wrong with you, believe me, every expectant mother goes through such experiences. I want to remind you once again, if you feel any deviation in your health, immediately consult a doctor. Take care of yourself and your future baby!