Fatigue During Pregnancy

Most women struggle with feeling very tired when they are pregnant. This tiredness, or fatigue, is most common during the first and third trimesters. During the first trimester, the fetus is growing quickly. Your body is producing higher levels of progesterone. This hormone has been linked to increased tiredness. If…

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Fatigue During Pregnancy

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Most women struggle with feeling very tired when they are pregnant. This tiredness, or fatigue, is most common during the first and third trimesters.

During the first trimester, the fetus is growing quickly. Your body is producing higher levels of progesterone. This hormone has been linked to increased tiredness.

If you’re like many women, you’ll feel more energy during most of your second trimester. Later in pregnancy, though, your body is dealing with the physical demands of carrying a larger fetus. And you probably won’t sleep as well. All of this can tire you out.

To manage this fatigue:

  • Try to take lots of rest breaks during the day.
  • Scale back on any activities and duties that aren’t required.
  • Get regular exercise. Go outside, take walks, or keep your blood moving with your favorite workout. But if you don’t have your usual energy, don’t force it.
  • Eat a balanced diet. And make sure to drink plenty of water.

Are you undecided about the hospital in which to give birth?

Choosing the best hospital in which to give birth is not easy.

The needs of each of us are different. It is, therefore, essential to find a hospital that has everything we need to give birth. A hospital close to your home, hospitable, that have all services for the safety and health of your baby

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Current as ofMay 29, 2019

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review: Sarah A. Marshall, MD – Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine
Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine
Kirtly Jones, MD – Obstetrics and Gynecology, Reproductive Endocrinology

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