do you actually get your energy back??

MrsPDX

I am almost 12 weeks, and am so exhausted all the time! I can barely make it through the work day, let alone exercise, catch up on cleaning, cook big dinners..

Everyone says the second trimester you get your energy back. Would you say thats true? 

kac22

Yep! That's why they call the 2nd trimester the "honeymoon phase". It might still take a few more weeks but it will come at some point. That is until you hit the 3rd and everything comes crashing down again hah

vpine

Yes, I was really tired and sleeping at 7pm and nodding off after eating during 1st Tri, it does get better, I have more energy in 2nd tri, I go to sleep a little later and my eyes no longer close when I'm finishing my meal.

During 2nd tri, leg cramps, breathlessness and lots of movement begin (ligament pains, kicking, stretching).

ksgsmu

I didn't but I am having twins so maybe that is the reason... if you don't get any energy back talk to your doctor and check for low iron.

jlovesky

With my first pregnancy I definitely got a boost in energy once I hit 2nd tri. I just entered that with this pregnancy but already feel a difference. Was not as drained in 1st tri with this pregnancy either but I find myself waking up early on weekends now and knocking out a killer to do list! Good luck to you!

mandi195

2nd tri has been better than 1st, but I'm still at a lower energy level than what is normal for me. 

morriskm1000

It was around week 20 that my energy improved. Don't give up hope! 

Alygohome

I am still waiting for this magical burst of energy.

honkytonk_kid

I wouldn't say it returned to pre-pg energy level, but I feel WAY less exhausted than first tri. I can function now.

fostersstudio

Yes! I'd say my energy returned around 18-20 weeks.

MrsPDX

Thanks everyone! I won't give up hope, and will keep my fingers crossed!

jacqueleen1

2nd trimester is less nausea and a bit more energy - im 21 weeks today - but I am still not running on all cylinders like before  pregnancy 

mands1125

I have a little more energy than 1st Tri but I am not like bursting with energy or anything.

mermaid1113

My energy has improved since first tri- but for an example pre pregnancy I could stay up til 11 to go to work at 6am. 1st tri I had to nap mid day then go to bed at 9-10. Now I don't need the nap but I'm in bed by 930-10 weekdays and LATEST midnight on weekends.

mommybelanova

In my first tri. It felt like I slept 19 of the 24 hours in a day, and puked the other 5! I was very relieved that my energy came back around 13 weeks and puking is gone!! ... Until tri 3 I'm sure ...

gremaud07

I am almost napping daily still. Some days are better than others.

toadandbug12

I am 25 weeks and I feel more tired these days than I have throughout the entire pregnancy. I wish I had energy!

jennypolkadots

For me it was definitely true. My first trimester wasn't as bad as many I have heard of, but I focused a lot on eating healthy (even if it tasted so gross) and exercising to have at least some energy. Then suddenly around 14 weeks I felt amazing. At 25 weeks I still feel awesome. I am starting to get into the achey phase as my belly is expanding and exercising is getting more difficult, but I just keep at it because exercise and eating well helps me get good sleep and feel good about my changing body. And it will pay off during delivery/post partum. So my best advice is lots of protein, lots of water, clean diet, and exercise every day. You only have a few more months of this anyways so might as well try you best to enjoy it! 

On days I feel like my energy is zapped, we go for a swim or a long walk and I usually feel a whole lot better. If it it was the last thing I wanted to do at the time, I'm always glad I did.  "Objects in motion stay in motion" lol 

Leahandshaughn

i'm 19 1/2 weeks and still exhausted.. some women don't get energy back at all and some do. hopefully your one of the lucky ones and you'll get it back in a few weeks. personnaly i'm just happy my morning sickness is gone

Kvooys

26 weeks and I am more tired now than ever.

I work full time and traing dogs part time so I have little down time...doesn't help that I pee like 8 times a night so I don't get a decent sleep!

Barboea

Where is this "honeymoon phase"? I'm 23 weeks and still tired as all get up. I get like one day a week where I can do more than two tasks in a day lol It's awful!

wolowizard

At almost 19 weeks I'm still waiting on all of my energy to come back. I don't want to go to sleep a 8 pm anymore but I am asleep before 9:30. But it might be because I can't stay alseep passed 5:30.

mwerren

22w and I fell asleep at my desk at work this week. So no, the energy boost is escaping me.

071115

This is my 3rd child and no bump in energy.

32elyse

Before I got pregnant I would take half a caffeine pill in the morning and use a vitamin patch once a week. I had to give that up immediately when I found out I was pregnant. I was sleeping all day and night. Now I'm 6 months and I'm sleeping less often. Occasionally I will need a quick nap because of back pains. I actually have energy to clean the house now and love it. I am worried it won't last long though

redhead1983

I'm 21 weeks and I have a teeny tiny bit more energy, but I am still pretty tired. Waking up for work this week has been very difficult.

jennilarkspur

I'm going to bed later now. But, I'm not exactly full of pep.

MrsPDX

I discovered that you do! I am 16 weeks now and feel loads better! There is hope!

MissRissx3

Hell no. I'm as tired, if not more tired than the first tri.

jennygirlmt

I was going to bed at 8 and napping every single day when my other children napped. I cleaned nothing, did nothing. It was the worst! But by about 14 weeks I stopped needing the nap (every day :-) ) and can once again stay up until 10. It gets better!

nicunursetomommy

I wish! Speaking of which, time for my nap!

prettypiggy

Yes I am only starting to feel better at 17 weeks and a few days. You assume once the 2nd trimester hits it will be magically. I feel like your body still needs to recover from the exhaustion and in my case nausea of the first trimester. I still feel the rare gag reflex and minor adversion to certain foods but overall don't feel ill for the first time in months.

ruby2315

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