Are you dragging these days? Does a nap sound fantastic right now? Why does pregnancy make you so tired? When is pregnancy exhaustion not normal? Other symptoms include extreme thirst and frequent urination. Anemia : A lack of iron can cause you to have an insufficient number of red blood cells to transport oxygen to your tissues and can cause you to feel tired, lightheaded and weak.
Infections viral, bacterial or fungal : Being pregnant can make you more vulnerable to infections, such as urinary tract infections , which can make you fatigued. Thyroid problems : Having too much or too little thyroid hormones can cause you fatigue, along with fluctuations in your weight, irritability and depression. Prenatal depression : Feeling tired all the time can also be a side effect of depression.
Other symptoms may include sadness, feelings of hopelessness and an inability to complete daily tasks or activities. Hormones especially increased progesterone levels, are responsible for making you sleepy.
In addition to the physical changes occurring in your body, emotional changes can contribute to decreased energy. It is important to understand that your emotions do play a part in how you feel physically, and all of these things are a natural and normal part of pregnancy. During your second trimester, there is a good chance your energy level will increase and you will start to feel more like your old self. Many women take advantage of this time during the pregnancy to accomplish important tasks, as energy levels will likely decrease again in the third trimester.
More than likely it will be less obvious, but unfortunately, fatigue during pregnancy is still possible during the second trimester. In late pregnancy, you will most likely begin to feel tired again. At this point you will be carrying extra weight from the baby, maybe having trouble sleeping, and dealing with frequent urination more often.
The following are a list of ways to cope with the fatigue you may be experiencing. Roger W. Harms, M. Mayo Clinic: Guide to a healthy pregnancy. Fatigue During Pregnancy. Or get up and walk around the office or take a break outside. When you can, go for a brisk walk around the block. A little exercise can energize you and may help you rest better when you do get to sleep.
Adapt your sleep habits. Take naps, if possible, during the day. You may also want to try going to bed earlier. Drink enough fluids during the day and little several hours before bedtime. Try to relax before bedtime so you're not wide awake. Relaxation techniques may also help, ask your midwife for advice. Your antenatal classes may teach you some techniques, or you could use a pregnancy relaxion CD or DVD.
You could join an antenatal yoga or pilates class. Make sure the instructor knows you're pregnant. Exercise can help you feel less tired, so try to do some activity, such as a walk at lunchtime or going swimming, even if you feel tired during the day. Read about preventing insomnia , including daytime habits, such as exercising, and bedtime habits, such as avoiding caffeine. Occasionally, sleeplessness — when accompanied by other symptoms — can be a sign of depression.
If you have any of the other symptoms of depression , such as feeling hopeless and losing interest in the things you used to enjoy, speak to your doctor or midwife. There is treatment that can help. In this video, a midwife explains the various ways pregnant mothers can get more comfortable at night.
Page last reviewed: 1 February Next review due: 1 February
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