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Not able to sleep
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I am 8 month pregnant. From 5 days I am not getting sleep. 3 years back I had a sleep problem. Doctor plz suggest something..is it due to pregnancy or some other reason. Plz suggest something. What should I do.
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Hello Friend, Good that you are seeking a help here. Sleep is very important activity for both physical and mental health, especially during your pre delivery stages. Just observe and analyze what's happening around you in recent times like any work or home related stress, relationships or family issues, general anxiety, lifestyle changes etc.
Any of these could easily trigger some distress that can affect your sleep and emotional health. It needs further evaluation of your past history to recommend suitable solution.
Be positive. You may follow some of non- medicine solutionl like self therapies, few lifestyle routine changes, dietary changes, excersise along with a counseling session.
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Dr. Tejas Patel
Neuropsychiatrist
9 yrs exp
Gandhinagar
Congratulations for pregnancy! It will be more happiness unlocked after birth. Kindly maintain physical health and regular gynec check up.
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Avoid stimulants like tea, coffee etc. For understanding proper sleep hygiene, Consult a good psychiatrist nearby.
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In case of online consultation, I am ready to help any time. Take care.
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Ms. Hema Sampath
Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
Probably, it could be due to pregnancy..
If, you feel you are stressed out, consult a psychologist.
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Dr. Mayuri Mohanty
Psychiatrist
12 yrs exp
Thane
Avoid sedative & hypnotics . Try holistic techniques for sleep. destress using yoga & holistic techniques. Congrats on the pregnancy!
Next Steps
consult a mental health professional online or in person
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avoid day time naps , follow active lifestyle , avoid coffee & tea , avoid checking time again & again when unable to sleep , sleep in a cool & dark room, avoid tv & mobile once in bed
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Mr. Sidharth Mishra
Clinical Psychologist
6 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
This may be due to pre delivery anxiety. DON'T worry please consult a u physician immediately and take precautions. Not doing so might affect the fetus adversely. Keeping awake for such a long time may be life threatening to you and or the fetus.
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