Category: Better Sleep

Ever put your phone in the refrigerator or forgotten a word mid-sentence during pregnancy? You’re not alone. “Pregnancy brain” or “mommy brain” isn’t just a myth—it’s a scientifically documented phenomenon affecting approximately 80% of expectant mothers who notice changes in memory, focus, or thinking during pregnancy or after birth.

Watching the clock tick past 3 AM while everyone else slumbers peacefully? If you’re in your third trimester, you’re not alone in this midnight vigil. As your pregnancy approaches the finish line, quality sleep often becomes as elusive as finding a comfortable position for your growing body.

Have you been waking up from dreams so realistic you could swear they actually happened? Or perhaps you’re experiencing bizarre scenarios involving your baby, water, or animals that leave you confused when morning comes? You’re not alone. Pregnancy dreams are often described as more frequent, intense, and memorable than regular dreams – but why?

Congratulations on your pregnancy! While those two pink lines bring joy and excitement, they often come with some less-than-pleasant physical symptoms. If you’re feeling exhausted, nauseated, and wondering if this is normal—you’re not alone. The first trimester can be particularly challenging, with up to 98% of women experiencing fatigue and 80-88% dealing with nausea, according to [recent research](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10567694/).

The transition to motherhood brings indescribable joy, but it also comes with a harsh reality many women aren’t prepared for: severe sleep deprivation. If you’re struggling to keep your eyes open while reading this, you’re not alone. Research shows that new mothers average just 6.5 hours of fractured nighttime sleep during the first 12 weeks postpartum, often referred to as the “fourth trimester” of pregnancy – the critical recovery period after birth when you’re healing while caring for your newborn around the clock.

The arrival of a new baby brings immense joy, but it also introduces unprecedented challenges for both parents. While much attention is rightfully given to the birthing parent’s physical recovery and emotional well-being, partners often experience their own form of exhaustion and stress that can develop into burnout.

Are you tossing and turning at night with your growing belly? You’re not alone. A staggering 45.7% of pregnant women experience poor sleep quality, and 38.2% report insomnia symptoms, according to recent research in the [Oxford Academic Sleep Journal](https://academic.oup.com/sleep/article/48/7/zsaf095/8120787). But why does quality rest matter so much during pregnancy, and what can you do about it?

The birth of a baby brings overwhelming joy, but also unprecedented challenges—especially when it comes to sleep. While everyone jokes about new parents being tired, few discuss how crucial sleep is for a mother’s physical recovery and emotional wellbeing. Nearly 71% of women report poor sleep quality in the first month after giving birth, making it a universal yet often overlooked aspect of postpartum healing.

You’ve welcomed your baby into the world, but instead of feeling purely joyful, you’re experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions. Tearfulness, anxiety, irritability—these feelings can be confusing and frightening when you expected motherhood to bring only happiness. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Nearly 25% of women experience postpartum depression up to one year after childbirth, according to [research](https://home.beginning.com/blog/post-pregnancy/early-postpartum-support-first-six-weeks-after-birth-postpartum-emotional-needs/).

You’re growing a human being. Your body is working overtime, and you’re exhausted in ways you never imagined possible. If you find yourself wondering why simply existing feels like running a marathon these days, you’re not alone. Research shows an overwhelming 94.2% of pregnant women experience fatigue during pregnancy, with some studies placing this number as high as 98%.