Can't sleep and Exhausted For Work...Anything worked for anyone else?

lisav1020 · January 2014

For the past 2 weeks I am having a real hard time sleeping, my breasts hurt really bad and it's uncomfortable because my stomach has been very bloated. In turn, I am just exhausted as heck and am having a hard time staying awake at work and barely getting any work done. Does anyone have any home remedies or have tried anything that gets you through this part of the pregnancy?

cedge05 · January 2014

I have no remedies...I'm in the same boat. I'm falling asleep on the couch by 8:30 but as soon as I move to the bed I'm laying awake, uncomfortable and unable to sleep. Then I'm exhausted at work. By lunch I'm ready for a nap. I'll be curious to see what everyone else says.

herecomesthesun · January 2014

I'm guessing you might be a stomach sleeper?

For me, I wedge a puffy but soft pillow under my torso on the side I am facing, and sort of hug it too. It seems to help.

katie0919 · January 2014

The Boppy pregnancy pillow saved me during my pregnancy....I started using it at around 7-8 weeks pregnant and it helped me sleep much better. GL!

Kalidawn523 · January 2014

I take Unisom which has diphenhydramine (Benadryl) in it and my doc says that safe to use. It's been a big help! I'm like you a stomach sleeper that's been having a hard time sleeping on my stomach bc my boobs hurt so bad. I just ordered the snoogle so I'm hoping that helps as well!

mileswithmyles · January 2014

Have you tried taking melatonin? It is safe during pregnancy and is available in the supplement section of a drug store.

Also, try a relaxing bath before bed. It helps me unwind.

rae_dylanzmom · January 2014

I get on my phone and read TB (like, um, right now). Not recommended.

ErikSusie325 · January 2014

I'm only 6 weeks pregnant and I didn't think it was normal to feel so tired, bloated, and not be able to sleep already! Reading this made me feel so much better. I'm heading out to buy one of those pillows right now!

Qbnaudrey · January 2014

I am so glad to hear all of you are having the same symptoms. I am 10 weeks pregnant and I have been so tired mid day at work, I looked up some healthy foods that give you natural energy and that didnt make a difference. All that has helped is taking a power nap in my work break room during my lunch break. Thankfully my co workers love me and dont make fun of me too much.

melissa.a.brown · January 2014

I was seriously JUST THERE!

Do you know what helped me a lot? Beef Jerky! It has a ton of iron in it and its easy. My doctor told me to get more iron to get more energy and I felt SO MUCH BETTER after.

Also, for the sore nipples, try some nipple cream before you go to bed.

Hang in there!