I know it's normal, but I'm 18 wks pregnant and more forgetful than usual. My friend who has one child scared me by saying that this doesn't go away even after the child is born. Is that true? Also, what kind of supplements could I take during and after pregnancy to help with this?
2006-10-20 05:06:22 · 9 answers · asked by Rwebgirl 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Your memory gets back to normal once your hormones get back to normal. However, you do have more responsibilities and things to think about and keep track of...So, it seems logical that some moms might be overloaded with stuff to think about and be a little more forgetful. I wasn't more forgetful, even with all the extra stuff to think about.
2006-10-20 05:37:04 · answer #1 · answered by JordanB 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the forgetfulness does go away. I've heard it's normal during pregnancy though. Just ake your prenatal vitamins, drink lots of water, definitely eat breakfast. Get enough sleep, take naps if possible. Exercise, these things should help you stay more alert throughout the day.
2006-10-20 06:01:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I saw a story on TV about this...it said that the pregnant womans brain actually shrinks 8% during pregnanct and takes a few months after delivery to return to normal. I don't know of any supplements you can take...but I personally just try to write everything in my day planner!
2006-10-20 05:17:25 · answer #3 · answered by Sunshine 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
So not true! My memory got better after the baby was two months old, because those first two months are very sleep deprived. So don't worry so much; you have enough thoughts in your head to add a negative one.
2006-10-20 05:08:34 · answer #4 · answered by *Jessy* 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My memory issues went away after my child was born, but everyone's different. Take your prenatal vitamins & get plenty of rest.
2006-10-20 05:08:21 · answer #5 · answered by Mary 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
there is nothing you should take during your pregnancy or after if breastfeeding, but i dont think mine has gotten any better i have two little ones, but im also extremly stressed. But maybe focus factor, ive been wanting to try that.
2006-10-20 05:14:28 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have to agree with your friend...I feel that I'm more forgetfull since the birth of my daughter, but it could just because of the stress of being a parent...lack of sleep...or just because you have ALOT more things that you have to take with you if you just go to the grocery store anymore
2006-10-20 05:09:56 · answer #7 · answered by sjeboyce 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I HAVE 4 KIDS.AND I NEVER WAS FORGETFUL.I DONT THINK THAT ITS NORMAL.BUT IM NOT A DOCTOR.AND MY BABY DOCTOR PUT ME ON IRON,AND PRENANTAL PILLS.AND IF YOU HAVE OTHER QUESTIONS IM
sweet_4_dale. ASK ANYTIME ANYTHING
2006-10-20 05:13:45 · answer #8 · answered by sweet_4_dale 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
DONT TAKE HERBS>caffine. but not a lot
2006-10-20 05:24:23 · answer #9 · answered by Natasha C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋