Health Tip: Sleep Better During Pregnancy

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A growing belly and various aches and pains can make sleep difficult during pregnancy.

The American Academy of Family Physicians offers these suggestions for a more restful sleep during pregnancy:

• Avoid caffeinated beverages. If you do indulge, only drink them in the morning or early afternoon.
• In the hours before bedtime, limit fluids and don’t eat a heavy meal.
• Create a consistent sleeping and waking schedule.
• Skip intense exercise just before bed in favor of a relaxing bath.
• Press feet firmly against the wall if you have a leg cramp, or stand on the cramped leg.
• If your doctor says it’s OK, practice daily yoga to help manage stress. Taking a childbirth or parenting class may also help ease baby-related anxiety.

Source: HealthDay

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