What should I do if I have trouble sleeping during pregnancy?

Discovery is actually a very happy thing. When you feel that there is another life in your body, you will feel that whatever you are asked to do at this time is worth it. However, some mothers may be nervous during their first pregnancy, which may lead to insomnia. Therefore, if you encounter this situation, you must solve it immediately. After all, it is related to the health of both mother and child. Next, I will give some advice to mothers.

Pregnant women with sleep problems should learn to treat their symptoms. If leg cramps are keeping you up at night, you can try stretching your calf muscles in the morning to reduce the frequency of cramps. You should also increase your calcium and potassium intake (by drinking yogurt and banana mousse). If cramps occur, have your partner help bend your legs - this can relieve the cramps.

1. Taking a hot bath before going to bed has a certain hypnotic effect.

2. Keep your feet warm to prevent cramps, and ask your family to help with hot compresses and massage.

3. A good sleeping environment with soft lighting and suitable temperature.

4. Avoid exercising within 3-4 hours before going to bed.

5. If you really can’t sleep, you can read a newspaper or a book.

6. Listening to music can help with prenatal education and can also help you calm down and fall asleep peacefully.

In the early stages of pregnancy, there are no restrictions as long as the pregnant mother feels comfortable.

During the second trimester of pregnancy, you should pay attention to protecting your abdomen and avoid direct external force. If a pregnant woman feels heavy in her lower limbs, she can lie on her back and slightly raise her lower limbs with a soft pillow.

Sleeping posture is very important in late pregnancy. It is advisable to adopt the left side lying position to correct the right rotation of the enlarged uterus, improve blood circulation, increase blood supply to the fetus, and promote the growth and development of the fetus.

Therefore, if you experience insomnia during pregnancy, you can relieve it according to the methods given above to see if they are helpful. If they are still of no use, you can go to the hospital for treatment. However, the most important thing is to maintain a happy mood every day. I hope all mothers are in good health!