Sleeplessness

mel111976

Hi Everyone!
Happy Holidays!
22 weeks today and I'm exhausted by 8pm still. I realize this is because I wake at 2-3AM and find it impossible to get back to sleep. Still working, brain of course on overdrive. Wish I could meditate but not working. Any suggestions?
It's not that I'm in pain or uncomfortable it's just literally I cannot drift back to sleep.
Sigh! Thanks for your feedback in advance! Happy and Healthy to all!
Mel & Growing Baby Boy

HStrawberry

Unfortunately this was my Sept, Oct and Nov. I woke up between 2:30 and 3:30 every single night. I worked night shift so I wouldn't get to bed before 10:30. My boss was an ass and wouldn't change it even though I have a very flexible job and she could have. The lack of sleep killed me since my job is fairly physical. I ended up stopping work early because I was a zombie. I've been making up for it now though.. Lots of sleep and naps, I'm constantly exhausted. Good luck!

Edit: I couldn't find anything to help me sleep. Sorry!

louloutte87

I've suffered with insomnia from well before I got pregnant. Having to pee every hour doesn't help

I'm not an expert but I suggest getting up. More often than not, I stress about sleeping, resulting in being even more awake. Get up, make a hot drink, read or watch tv then see if you can put yourself back to bed. I kinda like to do my bedtime routine again, trick my brain into sleep routine.

I'm at work and knackered like you, I sympathise!

Good luck!

natalie115

Benadryl and Tylenol pm are ok'd by my OB to use on occasion. Maybe see if there's anything your doc recommends.

Cfabretti2

Unisome sleep tabs are supposed to be safe for pregnancy.

walshbunnie

Benadryl and a u shaped pregnancy pillow have helped me get a better night's sleep.

SavvyMo

I understand and sympathize! The same happens to me. Watching the clock and knowing you have to be up at a certain time is one of the worst feelings!! I'm 18 weeks as of today. I try really hard not to take any meds to help...I know it sounds Pollyanna but SOMETIMES making a mental list of what I'm thankful for helps. Hope it gets better soon!!

DevinBaker33

Well, prenatal massage could help you get the right amount of sleep. I got it during my pregnancy and did not face any trouble.

mel111976

Thank you ladies. Exhaustion took me over last night and I slept through but can't have that as my only way out. Will speak w OB about suggestions.
Appreciate it!! Xo

staciecoffey

I have yet to have a good nights sleep since hitting the second tri. I'm buying some sleepy time tea in hopes it'll help me sleep. It was so bad today I napped at my desk