How growing baby pressure affects sleep
Somewhere around the second half of pregnancy, a lot of people notice their sleep struggles shift. It’s no longer just hormones and nausea keeping you up — it’s the sheer physical presence of your growing baby. As your uterus expands, it…
Why can’t I sleep during pregnancy?
Exhausted but wide awake at 2 a.m., tossing and turning while everyone else in the house is fast asleep? You’re far from alone. Pregnancy insomnia affects the vast majority of expectant parents at some point — some research puts the number as high…
Is it safe to lay on your back when pregnant?
If you’ve spent your whole life as a back sleeper, pregnancy can throw a real wrench into your routine. You’ve probably heard that back sleeping is off-limits once you’re expecting — but is that actually true, or is it one of those…
Why sleeping on your left side is best during pregnancy
If you’ve been told once — or fifty times — to sleep on your left side now that you’re pregnant, you’re not imagining it. It’s one of the most consistent pieces of advice in prenatal care, echoed by obstetricians, midwives, and…
How should I be sleeping when pregnant?
Getting good sleep during pregnancy can feel like chasing a moving target. Just when you find a position that works, your growing belly, an achy back, or a 2 a.m. bathroom trip throws everything off again. The good news: while pregnancy sleep is rarely…