Insomnia and How to Deal

 

It's not even day one of Momma's Home and I already have something to complain about. On the bright side, at least I'm getting some content for the blog. One of the things that I have been struggling with the most as I near the end of this pregnancy is sleeping. It's awful. I'm exhausted all the time, yet I can never seem to fall asleep or stay asleep for very long. Between the constant trips to the bathroom and the pumpkin attached to my front side making it impossible to find a comfortable position to sleep in, I also get to deal with the baby thinking that he's conducting some sort of circus show in my belly, Nova sleeping on my legs and/or ankles and the ever swinging arms of the fiance in bed next to me.

Fighting insomnia can be really hard even if you're not pregnant, so here are a few things I do that may help you as well.

1. Drinking a cup of Chamomile Tea before bed

    Chamomile tea may help you fall asleep and help you have a more peaceful sleep as well. On the website healthline.com it is stated that, "Chamomile contains antioxidants that may promote sleepiness, and drinking chamomile tea has been shown to improve overall sleep quality." Personally. I think drinking a cup of hot tea helps clear my sinuses and helps me calm down at night. I usually add a spoonful of homemade honey (I have a friend) and try to breath in the aroma of the tea deeply. I know it sounds strange, but that aromatherapy can be helpful.

2. Taking a Relaxing bath

    Taking a bath has always been one the best ways I wind down. I usually accompany my bath time with some dim light, spa music, bubble bath, a candle and a very full glass of wine. Now that I'm pregnant the wine is not an option, but the environment should still be peaceful and relaxed. The water should be lukewarm not steaming. I have no science to back this up, but a bath is a great way to calm yourself and get ready for the end of the night. It's also a great time to reflect on your day, to see what you've accomplished and what you can set as a goal for tomorrow.

3. Counting Kicks

    Now unfortunately this remedy is only for us preggers. Find a comfortable *enough* spot and place both hands on the belly, count every time your little one moves. This not only helps you keep track of baby's movements and patterns, but also gives you something absentminded to focus on. There have been many times I passed right out counting my sons kicks, flutters and hiccups.

Those are the top three things I do to help with my insomnia, but I'm sure you can find other more efficient ways that are backed by science and doctors. Now that it's nearing midnight I guess it's time to look up another remedy that could help. I can't wait to see what tomorrow brings.