Problems sleeping 13dpt, early pregnancy

[Kiara89]

I had a BFP, I'm 13dpt and I'm having problems sleeping due to anxiety. Has anyone had this problem? Any advice? My scan is in 12 days.

Which tea/infusions are safe during pregnancy?

[CreateIVF]

Hi There, first off congrats!!! I 100% had the same challenge regarding sleep. Try and get to bed at the same time every evening, no phones etc. I took some magnesium spray that I put on my feet and wrists and a lavender pillow spray. I woke every couple of hours and really struggled in that 2nd “wait”.. but don’t stress yourself out too much about missing sleep. I drank lots of ginger tea as well which I found very calming. I’m 12+5 now and the sleep is a continuous issue. I’m keeping everything crossed for you and sending you lots of love!! Xx

[Kiara89 in reply to CreateIVF]

Thank you so much for your reply! The lavender pillow spray sounds interesting 🤔 thank you so much for your advices. Sending you lots of love too. 🤗

[Rxyfxyldy]

Hii! Congratulations!! This time is so exciting and also so anxiety inducing. I’m in the same boat. I’m 5 + 6 today and have been sleeping an average of 5 hours a night! My heart is beating so fast and I wake up shaking. What has helped in the last few nights though, is deep breathing. Box breathing is amazing. It calms you down and is natural. I also tried self-soothing and finding the cause of my anxiety and that it’s so difficult to control anything, but that’s ok. You’ll feel better once you have the scan and see your baby. Everything will be good.

Hope this helps! xx

[Kiara89 in reply to Rxyfxyldy]

Same happens to me, I wake up with palpitations. This last night was a bit better. Box breathing, never heard of it, I'll definitely try it out.

Thank you so much for your advice.

Sending you lots of love and good energy 🤗