A Few Quick Pregnancy Fatigue Tips

If your pregnancy is anything like mine were, you
are probably exhausted... all the time.



It is not at all uncommon to experience pregnancy
fatigue. It seems only natural that sustaining two
lives drains you of more energy than only dealing
with your own. Having a fetus growing in your
belly most certainly takes its toll on your body.



Pregnancy fatigue is often accompanied by a
multitude of aches, pains, and sore muscles. How
you deal with these problems will often determine
your level of pregnancy fatigue.



Pregnancy fatigue is generally caused by your
body adjusting to natural hormonal changes, and
the added weight of carrying the baby. You may
also be having trouble sleeping due to aches and
pains, vivid dreams, or simply too much stress.



As usual, raging hormones are unavoidable. But
losing sleep is a huge contributor to pregnancy
fatigue.



Pregnancy fatigue is just your body's way of telling
you that it needs more rest. Then it seems
reasonable to assume that the way to start alleviating
the problem is to sleep more. Try to go to bed
earlier, and get about 9-10 hours of sleep per
night if you can.



If you are having trouble sleeping, try drinking a
non-caffeinated herbal tea or lighting some
scented candles. Breathing exercises can also help
you to calm your nerves for sleep.



Try taking naps during the day in addition to
sleeping more at night, and try to stay off your feet
during the day, sitting or laying down whenever
possible. Even a quick 20 or 30 minute nap can
help to alleviate pregnancy fatigue.



All of the energy that your body uses to get you
through the day comes from the food that you eat
and the nutrients you consume. Pregnancy fatigue
can be diminished by simply eating the right
foods. Maintaining a healthy, well-balanced diet is key.



Try to eat an extra 300 calories per day. Try to fight
the urge to consume endless amounts of junk
food and empty calories. If you feel the need to
splurge, try eating an apple or something else
nutritious to curb your appetite. Iron deficiency is
also a leading cause of pregnancy fatigue, so be
sure to get enough.



It may seem counter-productive, but regular light
exercise will actually make you feel more
energized and help to avoid pregnancy fatigue. Try
walking around your neighborhood or mall, or
going for a swim. The exercise will leave you
feeling energized and refreshed, and will help you
to sleep better at night.



Make no mistake about it, some degree of
pregnancy fatigue is unavoidable. All pregnant women
will experience it. But hopefully, armed with these
tips, you can recognize some of the causes and
begin to control your pregnancy fatigue.