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Insomnia in Pregnancy
Having Trouble Sleeping

By Robin Elise Weiss, LCCE, About.com

Insomnia can be caused by a lot of factors: restlessness, the need to urinate, worry, overstimulation, discomfort, etc

Suggestions:

  • Avoid stimulants
  • Eat a few hours before bedtime, making sure your meal is easily digestible
  • Try drinking chamomile tea before bed, or limeflower
  • Try warm milk or a calcium and magnesium supplement
  • Make sure that your room is well ventilated and your bed comfortable
  • Use extra pillows as needed
  • Do some pelvic rocking before bed, followed by a warm bath
  • Massage of the head and neck may relieve tension
  • A few drops of Bach Rescue remedy in water will help you if your are restless
  • Add two or three drops of essential oil of lavender to a base oil and use it with a massage before bed

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