#3: Drink ample water
Water is life’s essence. Drinking it is especially important for pregnant mothers. You should drink it regularly throughout the day. Get a water bottle if you don’t have one because it will train you.
But one caution… Cut down before bedtime. You don’t want to wake up in the middle of the night just to urinate.
#4: Have a bedtime routine
Having a routine before bed allows you to fall asleep with more ease. A bedtime routine has a physical and mental aspect to it. There are a few rituals that you can create:
- Take a warm shower
- Drink a cup of non-caffeinated tea and have a small snack
- Write in your journal
- Read a book
Just allocate time for your routine, preferably one hour before your bedtime, and stick to it.
#5: Stay active during the day
Stretching and exercising help to increase blood circulation throughout the body, improve your overall mood and aid you sleeping better at night. Light exercises like yoga are great for your body as well as your mind.
But take note not to do vigorous exercises close to your bedtime, as you will get more worked up and delay your sleep.
Conclusion
There you have it!
Although pregnant mothers have a harder time sleeping at night, it’s not the end. These tips will help you get through this difficult phase and enable you to get that peaceful night’s sleep.
Patricia Moore is a sleep expert at SleepSmooth. The organisation educates people from all walks of life on sleep issues through their research-backed informational content. Check out their guide on sleeping during pregnancy here.
