Preggo Nap Question

JenLC99

I am a SAHM, so I have the luxury of napping when my 2 year old naps and my 4.25 year old has "quiet play time" in the play room.  I am so exhausted by midday that is a struggle not to take a nap . . . but when I wake up I feel so sluggish and out of it that it pretty much makes me feel like the nap wasn't worth it.  Does anyone else experience this?  Should I take the nap and just deal with the feeling of yuckiness afterward, or should I push through and just go to bed for the night early in the evening?  Anyone know if there is a medical reason why I would be feeling that way when I wake up?  I plan to ask my MFM at my appointment next week.

Vortex80

I have never beeen a napper and would always feel sluggish for the rest of the day afterwards. I haven't really tried napping since being pregnant but I think if I could, I may not wake up until the next day! Sorry, no medical advice though!

chrissc34

Never was a napper either.  Since Ive been put on this bed rest, some days I do fall asleep, I take it as I needed that.  Waking up sluggish at times too.  Just trying to listen to my body and give it what it needs...for now.

masked_rose86

I have heard that shorter naps can leave you feeling refreshed and not as sluggish/groggy.  Not sure as to the 100% truth to it but you could always try!

30 minute max naptime is what is recommended in this line of thought.  The "power nap" idea. 

sweetsugarmama

I've heard the thing about the shorter nap too. And if I nap on the couch it's shorter then if I lay in bed and I do feel more awake after. Now instead of actually falling asleep I lay down and watch tv. Although sometimes I can't help it and nod off.