PLEASE...anybody?

Question

I am 37 weeks and I can't sleep at night, I can't walk for long periods of time, and just can't get comfortable at all. I have consulted my doc and he just says IT'S NORMAL. But that really don't help! Any advise?????

Answer 1

Yes it is very normal. Your baby has taken over. Sorry to hear,
Towards the end of your pregnancy you will feel very tired, belly too big to move at all, can't sit in a comfy spot for long, can't walk long distances, have someone wheel you around in a wheel chair. Just have your hubby rub your legs, and him wait on you for a change!! Its very hard to relax at this time. I am 22 weeks and starting to feel very " waddly"!

Answer 2

I'm 36 weeks along and having the same problems you are. It is really annoying when a doctor says these things are "normal" but you have to understand that the thought behind it is really true.

When you're 37 weeks along and it's summer and you've got lots of extra weight and a baby turning your insides out it's going to be uncomfortable. What do you expect?

I'm not being sarcastic at all, so don't take this the wrong way. I'm just saying that's what the doctor really means. And he's right. Of course, it would be nice if he could suggest some tips for relief? But since he didn't, here are some from a veteran mother:

1. Wear comfortable clothes. Late in my pregnancy now I'm wearing mostly dresses and skirts. They breathe well and don't "bind" like pants/jeans/capris.
2. Don't try to walk for long periods of time. Instead, just do things in short spurts then take a rest. You won't get so tired, overheated and uncomfortable.
3. Don't drink too much water before bed so you won't pee as much.
4. Use lots of pillows in different positions to find what suits you.

Most of all just realize that even relief is only temporary and you can't eliminate all the discomforts. It's just part of being pregnant and being a woman. We make a lot of sacrifices to bring a new life into the world.

Last night I told my husband "I can't do this anymore!" so believe me, I'm right there with you. But he understood (and he was right) that I was just venting a little. Of course I can do this. It's my third baby. And I will do it because God gave me the strength to get through.

You can, too. Just find little ways of providing some temporary relief until baby comes.

Answer 3

Put a pillow between your knees and lay on your side to sleep. Keep trying to walk to stay in shape so the birth will be easier. The baby is pressing on a nerve and that is causing the problem.It was normal for me in my 3rd preg. but not in my other 2. Relax. Take a warm relaxing bath an get hubby or friend/mom to massage your back and legs before bed.Close the door,turn off the lights,turn on a fan to keep cool and to have the humm, and rest.You might try a small pillow behind your back while sitting to supprt your heavier body and it won't take as much of your strength. Be patient, it is just part of mama's pregnancy and will be overwith soon! God bless and congrats!

Answer 4

That's what they tell me I'm only 20 weeks and having a hard pregnancy (bed rest) this is my third one. I would say from experience to use mental relax tech. and you are probably in the nesting stage which adds a lot of stress. Take the time for your self. Read your fave. children's book(they say it revives your child at heart part) if you feel that your body can't do it then don't feel bad or mad just don't do it. your body is going Thu a lot of things tring to prepare for what the next few weeks will bring.

As far as sleeping your body is busy so your mind makes you think that you are so then you can't sleep. Try prenatal tea or aromatherapy. it works for me. Good luck and hope i can help!!

and congrats!!!

Answer 5

Hes right it really is normal my last was twins and from about 31 weeks on I couldn't sleep or eat much or walk or drive. I found the best position was in a comfy chair at an angle so theres not a lot of pressure on your back kind of slumped down with a cushion behind you. With my first I slept with one pillow under my belly ,one between my legs and one propped under my back so my belly was supported and the one between my legs helped keep my hips even so there was not a lot of pressure on my back.

This is my best advice it has all worked for me. Good luck and hang in there. Not much further.

Answer 6

You are probably a 'water' person and need to soak & float in a tub of water close to your body tempeture. Also there are many good YOGA techniques for dealing with the rigors of pregnancy mostly breathing exercises & relaxation methods. The main thing to do is to stop freaking out. One final bit - - - create a dark bedroom - - cover all windows but make certain you have oxygen - - and make it as dark as possible. But truly, I have to get back to the water - - - it is the best means of copig with pregnancy.

Answer 7

Get pillows........lots and lots of pillows. and make your husband sleep on the couch....just kidding.
I had pillows everywhere........behind my back, under my belly, between me knees.....I was literally supported all over by pillows. and that was the only way I could sleep.
I also found that sitting with my legs apart leaning slightly forward helped take pressure off the rest of me for short breaks.

Answer 8

Get a pregnancy massage it will help you relax, dont drink brandy

Answer 9

It is normal. There's really nothing you can do. Don't worry though, it'll all be fine once you have the baby.

Answer 10

A shot of brandy will relax you, and only a shot, it will not harm the baby.