Headaches during pregnancy?

Question

I'm 14 weeks pregnant today, and I've been having headaches off and on for the past 3 weeks or so. I never really got headaches before I got pregnant. Did anyone else have this problem? Does anyone know why I would be getting them?

Answer 1

I had this same problem. It seemed like mine just wouldn't go away, it was so frustrating. My doctor told me I could take Tylenol and those seemed to help. Also, I think if I went to long without eating that would trigger them b/c I would notice that as soon as I'd eat something it would usually go away. Some other things that could be causing your headaches are lack of sleep, stress, low blood sugar, dehydration, or caffeine withdrawal (if you have significantly cut back on that!). Other than taking tylenol when you feel it coming on (not ibuprofen or advil) , just be sure to get enough rest and eat often.

Answer 2

i don't know what causes the headaches but its normal to get them during pregnancy. I used to get headaches on and off around 14-20 weeks. Its gotten better..but i still get a headache every once in a while and i am 24 weeks

Answer 3

I got headaches when I was pregnant too. Try to drink A LOT of water (8 glasses a day 8 ounces each), never go too long without eating, try a snack, don't be on your feet too long, don't stay out in the heat for extended periods of time. If this doesn't work, speak with your doctor about this.

Answer 4

I never had a headache in my life until my 1st pregnancy. I ended up having preeclampsia- then the migraines started after giving birth. I wouldn't worry, they can be normal during pregnancy, just be sure they are watching your blood pressure.

I'm barely pregnant with number 2 and have already started getting them again.

Answer 5

Hi fellow headache sufferers! I've suffered with daily headaches for the past 5 years or so. I've been to every doctor possible. No answer. I've been taking hydrocodone for over a year now. I am 14 weeks pregnant and still taking the hydrocodone. I have tried NOT to take the meds but I cannot.......my headaches are very bad. My OB said it was ok to take while pregnant and I have talked to several people who have taken it and have healthy babies...so I am praying for the same.

Answer 6

Lot of people get headaches when they are pregnant. I think I got them mostly because I cut back on caffeine. If that's the case for you they will probably get better when your body gets used to the lower levels of caffeine. You can take regular Tylenol when you are pregnant.

Answer 7

I got lots of headaches during all 3 of my pregnancies. I ask my doc. he said take Tylenol when they get real bad. But I never did find out what caused them!

Answer 8

had such bad headache for a wk
I actually wanted to cut my head off
nothing help and because i had experience 3 misc I was afraid to take any pills, but for the pass 3 days it actually stop
I am not as far alone as you
I am only 9weeks pregnant
ask your doc what you can used I will an ice pack to help

Good luck

Answer 9

you need to go to ur gp cos headaches in pregnancy can be cause by preclamsia which means u could have high blood pressure but it normally stars later on in pregnancy and not usually this early, i get headaches quite oftan and its just tiredness the baby is draining you, drink lots of water that what i do and it should shift it try not to take to many paracetamol xxx

Answer 10

I had the same problem but unfortunately I don't know why. Take some tylenol and relax. That is the best medicine.