10 ways to actually get some sleep when you're pregnant—from people who have been there:
Using pillows this way may help with, Dr. Wain says. It can also just feel better physically overall. “When there’s a lot of pressure in the [pelvic] area as the belly gets bigger, having your legs rested together sometimes isn’t as comfortable as having something between them,” Dr. Boester explains. “I always encourage people to be creative and find a place that’s comfortable for them, and pillows can definitely help.
Turns out Abby is onto something. “Avoiding electronic screens…for at least 30 minutes before bed is important for a good night’s sleep any time, and especially when you’re sleeping for two,” Dr. Royce says. Light from electronic screens can impact your, which governs your sleep and wake cycles, making it tough for you to doze off.
Making a bedtime ritual might seem too simple to help you get quality rest, but it signals to your body that it’s time to get to sleep, Dr. Boester says. You’re basically trying to cut out any time spent decompressing when your head hits the pillow by creating space for it before bed instead.“I just YouTubed prenatal yoga,” Merlin V., 32, tells SELF. “I don't do it every night, but the times I have I felt relaxed and slept really well.”.
Before you dive in, “consult with your prenatal care provider to make sure yoga is safe for you, especially if you have not exercised regularly before pregnancy,” Dr. Royce says. If you get the green light and are opting for online yoga, make sure it’s explicitly meant for pregnant people, Dr. Royce says, and don’t push your body in any way that feels too uncomfortable. If you’re taking a yoga class in real life, tell the instructor you’re pregnant, Dr.
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