{"id":244,"date":"2022-01-05T11:38:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-05T11:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/preganews.com\/8-ways-to-get-better-sleep-during-pregnancy\/"},"modified":"2024-04-24T17:56:23","modified_gmt":"2024-04-24T12:26:23","slug":"8-ways-to-get-better-sleep-during-pregnancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/preganews.com\/8-ways-to-get-better-sleep-during-pregnancy\/","title":{"rendered":"8 ways to get better sleep during pregnancy"},"content":{"rendered":"
As soon as you saw the two pink lines on the pregnancy test by Prega News<\/strong>, you rejoiced knowing that in nine months, you will be cuddling your little one. As the time passes, your body grows and you may end up searching for ways to get better sleep during pregnancy. Well, the <\/span>Prega News kit<\/span><\/a><\/span> doesn’t just deliver the good news – we also stand by you in this journey towards motherhood. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/strong>Posture<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/span><\/strong>Getting <\/span>good sleep in pregnancy<\/span><\/a><\/span> can be a tricky thing owing to all the hormonal and body changes. Sleeping a lot during pregnancy – first trimester – may be a common occurrence, as your body needs it to grow your baby. However, in the advanced stages, the phrase, “Can’t sleep, pregnancy – third trimester” can hold more truth. There are a few factors which can help you sleep better during pregnancy. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span>Sleeping postures can also affect the quality of sleep and thus over the years, doctors have studied this widely to come up with the best sleeping postures for pregnant women. While the trimester, your food habits and other factors such as stress can affect the quality of sleep, finding a good sleeping posture<\/strong> during pregnancy is one step towards getting a good rest, which is essential for you and your baby. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n \u25cf <\/span><\/span>Sleeping on your tummy:<\/span><\/strong> If this is your preferred position of sleeping, it can be continued in the first trimester although it is not as widely recommended. From the second trimester onwards, your body will change to accommodate the baby and it can become increasingly difficult to sleep on your tummy. <\/span><\/p>\n \u25cf <\/span><\/span>Sleeping on your back: <\/span><\/strong>This position is generally best avoided during pregnancy, although if you roll over in your sleep, that is not a worrisome thing. Sleeping on the back puts all your pregnancy weight on your back, intestines and the vein that carries blood from the lower part of the body to your heart. This can lead to aggravated backaches, indigestion and also lowered blood pressure levels which can result in dizziness. <\/span><\/p>\n \u25cf <\/span><\/span>Sleeping on your side:<\/span><\/strong> Sleeping on either side during pregnancy is recommended by doctors although sleeping on your left is the best position. Sleeping on the left allows for more blood circulation and nutrient flow to the placenta. This in turn enhances kidney function and prevents swelling of ankles etc. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span>Apart from good sleeping positions, you can also try propping up your head with multiple pillows to get better sleep. Use pillows as you like to get maximum support and comfort. You can also consider buying a pregnancy or maternity pillow for a full support for your body. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/strong>Eating Habits<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/span><\/strong>Eating habits can also impact the <\/span>quality of sleep<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/span> and thus are important to monitor during pregnancy. Maintaining good eating habits will not only help nourish your baby, but also help you get better sleep in the advanced stages of pregnancy. Let’s look at some good eating habits:<\/span><\/p>\n \u25cf <\/span><\/span>Staying hydrated with plenty of water and natural, homemade juices is a good idea and aids in better sleep. <\/span><\/p>\n \u25cf <\/span><\/span>Trying drinking milk or calming tea just before bedtime. You can also pair this with a light snack such as peanuts or crackers. Having a fuller stomach can help you sleep better. <\/span><\/p>\n \u25cf <\/span><\/span>Avoid spicy, acidic and fried foods at dinner as these can increase heartburn, resulting in disturbed sleep. Keeping yourself propped up on pillows can also help keep heartburn at bay. <\/span><\/p>\n \u25cf <\/span><\/span>Make a note of the foods that your baby reacts to – avoid these foods during dinner so your baby’s activities don’t keep you up. <\/span><\/p>\n \u25cf <\/span><\/span>You can try to eliminate caffeine completely or limit it to the morning cup, to prevent insomnia. <\/span><\/p>\n