Sleeping Comforts for Pregnant Moms

Your most awaited event may not always be a breeze. The changes taking place is bound to upset other routines in your life including the much cherished sleep, the comforter of stress and anxiety. There are of course many reasons for this. Finding a comfortable position to sleep is one. Needing to visit the bathroom often is common but so distruptive, isn't it? To add on, there are leg cramps, nausea, backache - the list goes on. What can you do about it?

SHOWER OR BATH

A warm shower or bath just before bedtome can sooth the tired mind and body. Do be careful when getting in and out of the bath or moving around the bathroom.

STRESS BUSTER

Try not to get yourself into stressful situations and if you do, take some time out to do relaxation exercises - deep breathing, closing your eyes and mentally transporting yourself to a peaceful place like the beach and cool mountains.

FORTY WINKS

Cat nap if you have to make up for the restless sleep at night.

COMFORTABLE POSITION

Avoid sleeping flat on your back as it tends to put full weight on your uterus and the vein carrying blood between the lower part of your body and heart. Sleeping on the side shifts weight and reduces swelling of the feet.

PILLOW PROP

While sleeping on the side, tuck one pillow between your legs.

ROOM ATMOSPHERE

Use your room for sleeping only. The temperature should just be right and some relaxing music or a recording of natural sounds should do the trick.

EARLY BED-TIME

If you feel tired before your usual bedtime, then call it a day; especially if you had not had a restful previous night.

ENSURE UNINTERRUPTED SLEEP

Reduce the number of bathroom calls by not drinking anything for two or three hours before bedtime. If you have heartburn, it is important that your last meal for the day is many hours before bed time. Prevent bedtime cramps by gently strecthing your leg muscles just before turning in.

EXERCISE, EXERCISE

Unless otherwise advised, moderate exercise for at least 30 minutes daily will get you better sleep. You may want advice on the types of exercise and the duration the regimen should last.

Of course any condition that persists may require more support and advice. Don't hesitate to refer to your health care provider who is there to help you.

Source : http://www.marchofdimes.com/phnec/159_16044.asp