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Desperate For Sleep

2 posts on this thread and the last post was on May 31st, 2008 11:19 PM

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oldmomof37 - May 29th, 2008 4:07 AM

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I can't seem to sleep at all. I have tried warm bath just before bed, no caffine all day, walking, upping my water intake, raising my legs, sleeping with and without a pillow under or between my legs, on my back, both sides. I don't know what to do. This baby is so busy all night, my legs ache so bad and twitch, and by end of the day I have an ache just around my belly button like I have been carrying this baby with nothing but my skin to hold it up. I am 29 weeks pregnant and have gained 30 lbs so far. I have 4 other kids, my youngest is 11 and didn't have these issues with them. I dont' know what to do, but I am getting desperate for some sleep. Some ideas would be so welcome.
Thanks so much

cors1wfe - May 29th, 2008 5:37 PM

Ok just hear me out before any of you jump on me - but have you tried taking a benadryl? My doctor has said it is safe - but I only take one- something in there will make you both sleepy.....it's worth a shot - I don't take it every night and you can also check with your doctor as some of the ladies on here take tylenol pm or unisom to sleep - the mild sleepy drug won't hurt you or baby.....

somegurl - May 31st, 2008 11:19 PM

i was going to say the same thing. i am also at 29 weeks, having the same problems, plus my back hurts and lower abdomen does too at times. my doctor said its my round ligaments, and sciatic nerve. i have only gained 8lbs. i had gained 18 but i lost last week when i was dehydrated and nauseated again. but yea my doctor suggested i take benadryl. it doesnt make me sleepy tho, it never has. but it makes my sister sleepy. it would be worth a shot to try.
good luck. if you find another remedy be sure to let me know!

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