Sleep doesn't come easy when
you've got a growing baby bump.
Here are 7 tips that can help you
unwind and get a more
comfortable night's rest
as your due date approaches.
Sleeping on your back
can make it ache
or give you heartburn.
So get shut-eye on your side
instead.
Tuck an extra pillow
between your legs.
And if your back hurts,
place another pillow
under your belly.
You need to stay hydrated
during the day,
but try not to drink 2-3 hours
before you hit the hay.
That might help you avoid
waking up to make a trip to the bathroom.
Destress before you go to bed.
You could take a warm shower,
try deep breathing, or meditate
-- whatever helps you unwind.
Turn your room into a sleep
sanctuary.
That means keep the temperature
comfortable, don't watch TV
in bed, and consider playing
soothing sounds, music,
or using a white noise app.
If leg cramps wake you up,
press your feet hard
against a wall to ease them.
Or stand on the leg that hurts
--
just hold onto something
for balance.
Ask your doctor if you're
getting enough calcium, too.
Get some aerobic exercise
during the day to help you sleep
more soundly.
Ask your doctor what's
safe for you to do.