What should pregnant women do if they don’t get enough sleep?

　　What should I do if I don’t get enough sleep after pregnancy? Generally speaking, everyone's sleep needs are different, but 6 to 8 hours is still used as a benchmark. Due to the hormone secretion of pregnant women and the pregnancy of the baby, it will inevitably increase a lot of physical load, so it will be easier to get tired than before pregnancy, and the required sleep needs must be higher.； In addition, most modern pregnant mothers are working women. They are busy with work during the day and have to deal with housework at night, so they have insufficient sleep time.

　　What should pregnant women do if they don’t get enough sleep?

　　In addition to trying to maintain adequate sleep, you can also find opportunities to take a nap during the day. Dr. Luo Chongjin said, "The nap does not need to be too long, 25 minutes is enough." That is to say, at night sleep The longest time is best, but when you are tired during the day, giving yourself a moderate nap is also a good way to replenish your physical strength. However, it must be limited to 25 minutes. If you exceed it, you will become more tired.

　　Tips: Tips to help you sleep

　　Many people take it for granted that pregnant mothers cannot sleep well, so most people adopt the mentality of "bear it for a while and let it go". However, pregnancy does require greater risks. Dr. Luo Chongjin recommends a few tips to help you fall asleep:

　　1. Don’t eat too much before going to bed to avoid bloating or gastroesophageal reflux, which may lead to poor sleep.

　　2. Do not do strenuous exercise or overexertion before going to bed.

　　3. Change your sleeping position. In the early stages of pregnancy, you can try sleeping on your side and bend your knees. After your belly grows, try sleeping on your left side.

　　4. Participate in a mother’s classroom to reduce anxiety.

　　5. Quit containing coffee Drinks such as coffee, tea, etc.

　　6. Taking a hot bath before going to bed can help you relax.