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jessnbrian
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Jessica
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Sleep Issues
I'm having a very difficult time falling asleep and staying asleep (I get up to pee at least twice a night - big whoop). The problem is that I'm finding it really is hitting me during the day. I really had gotten my energy back, but the last few days to a week I've had a really hard time sleeping and it's starting to take it's toll. Any recommendations? I have the body pillow and that was helping, but I just can't seem to find a comfortable position, lol.
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Posted 7/23/14 12:15 PM  |
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babydreams21
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Uhh annoying. I toss and turn all night bc I am a stomach sleeper and I have been making myself sleep on my sides. I get up about 2 times a night to pee but pre preg I got up like once a night. Honestly I'm sure its just gonna get worse...boo.
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| Posted 7/23/14 12:51 PM |
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ANR1211
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Sleep Issues
I stuffed 2 body pillows in 1 body pillow pillowcase. I then did this again so I have 2 pillow cases each with 2 body pillows in them. I sleep with them on each side. The one on my back helps cradle me and I cuddle with the one on my front. My body pillows take up about 2/3rds of the bed, but I just tell DH that I am currently 2/3 of the people in the bed and we need the space!
I get up every 2 hours to pee. That's the worst - with DS1 I got up MAYBE once a night when I was really far along... I also slept on my belly with DS1 until I was 36 weeks pregnant.
Try to find something that is comfortable for you! Also, don't nap during the day if you feel like you're not able to get to sleep at night. You might want to try regular sleeping help like shutting off all electronics and hour before bed, not eating too soon before bed, not getting in bed too early, etc. I always find that reading makes me SO tired, but then I have a problem where I'll stay up all night reading a book because it's so interesting and I don't want to put it down. When I'm trying to fall asleep, I'll read something I've already read so I already know what comes next!
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| Posted 7/23/14 1:29 PM |
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bunnyluck
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I have such trouble falling asleep too. I don't know if it is just from the excitement or what. But also, I have been waking up VERY early for me (5am) and unable to fall back to sleep. I have so much energy when I awake (so unlike me - I am usually a snooze until the last possible minute kind of gal).
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| Posted 7/23/14 2:06 PM |
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jessnbrian
Only God knows His plan for us
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Jessica
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Sleep Issues
Anyone know the rules on sleeping sitting up? I know lying down flat on your back is bad, but if I bring up the "husband" pillow and sleep like that, that would be OK, right?
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| Posted 7/23/14 3:02 PM |
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JWG421
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Re: Sleep Issues
Posted by jessnbrian
Anyone know the rules on sleeping sitting up? I know lying down flat on your back is bad, but if I bring up the "husband" pillow and sleep like that, that would be OK, right?
I slept sitting up my entires 3rd trimester- i was so congested and couldnt get comfortable.
Honesltly its not going to get getter- and nothign will make it completely better just a temp relief
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| Posted 7/23/14 3:05 PM |
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Mrs213
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Unfortunately there is not much you can do once you get to a certain point...
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| Posted 7/23/14 3:07 PM |
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jessnbrian
Only God knows His plan for us
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Re: Sleep Issues
Posted by JWG421
Posted by jessnbrian
Anyone know the rules on sleeping sitting up? I know lying down flat on your back is bad, but if I bring up the "husband" pillow and sleep like that, that would be OK, right?
I slept sitting up my entires 3rd trimester- i was so congested and couldnt get comfortable.
Honesltly its not going to get getter- and nothign will make it completely better just a temp relief
I know, that's what I figured... I was so excited when the body pillow was working wonders, but that's worn off. If there was a bathroom in our basement I'd just sleep on our couch down there - it's so comfy and the chaise reclines so nicely!
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| Posted 7/23/14 3:07 PM |
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Michelle1110
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Sleep Issues
It gets worse ;(
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| Posted 7/23/14 7:24 PM |
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luvmotherhood
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yup its not going to get better, only worse. just starting my 3rd tri and i'm up multiple times a night peeing and can't get comfortable anymore.
since i'm on number 2 now, i'm convinced its natures way of preparing your body for the lack of sleep you get once the baby comes! lol
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| Posted 7/23/14 8:39 PM |
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jessnbrian
Only God knows His plan for us
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Jessica
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Sleep Issues
How do you ladies survive the day? I'm just so tired at work and I'm afraid my performance is suffering.
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| Posted 7/23/14 9:07 PM |
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ANR1211
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Find a way to sleep - you can do it!!!!!
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| Posted 7/23/14 10:10 PM |
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LIRascal
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I had this during my last pregnancy, and now again with this one. It's 2:04am right now.
It is so messed up. My wheels turn all night until I pray myself to sleep around 4. My bed is comfy and the AC is crankin.
With my last pregnancy, the MFM recommended a lavender scented candle, lavender scented dryer sheets and detergent for the bed sheets. Also, chamomile and a banana before bed. It did work, helping to reset my circadian rhythms and I was able to sleep.
It's not working this time. 
I might bust out the recliner again and see if watching tv or reading will help me fall asleep.i can't turn my brain off and I'm ready to pass out at 3:00pm every day
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| Posted 7/24/14 2:15 AM |
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luvmotherhood
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I've been drinking caffeine. I'm under the limit but still having a cup of coffee in the am and a soda at lunch. Otherwise i would never make it through the work day.
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| Posted 7/24/14 8:45 AM |
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BriBri2u
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Sleep Issues
No advice on how to get to sleep comfortably but I just wanted to say that I TRULY feel not being able to sleep while pregnant is our bodies way of getting us use to the sleepless nights that await.
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| Posted 7/24/14 9:45 AM |
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BriBri2u
L'amore vince sempre
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Sleep Issues
No advice on how to get to sleep comfortably but I just wanted to say that I TRULY feel not being able to sleep while pregnant is our bodies way of getting us use to the sleepless nights that await.
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| Posted 7/24/14 9:45 AM |
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jessnbrian
Only God knows His plan for us
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Jessica
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Re: Sleep Issues
Posted by BriBri2u
No advice on how to get to sleep comfortably but I just wanted to say that I TRULY feel not being able to sleep while pregnant is our bodies way of getting us use to the sleepless nights that await.
That's what I keep telling myself. 
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| Posted 7/24/14 9:55 AM |
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JWG421
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Re: Sleep Issues
your preparing your body for when the baby comes and you still get no sleep
cat naps on weekends helped for me
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| Posted 7/24/14 10:09 AM |
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mrsboss
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Sleep Issues
I would eat lunch at my desk, then use my lunch hour to sleep in my car most days. I got the best sleep like that. The nap really helped me get thru the day.
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| Posted 7/24/14 11:24 AM |
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deenamathew
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Sleep Issues
To solve your sleep problems during pregnancy here are few tips hope that this could help you out
1 Avoid caffeine during afternoon
2 Get your eight glasses of water
3 Exercise regularly
4 Take a warm bath just before bed
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