How to Sleep Better During Pregnancy on a Tempur-Pedic Mattress
Getting enough rest is important if you have a little one on the way, but falling asleep is never more difficult than when you’re pregnant. From hot flashes to heartburn, it can be tough to get comfortable at bedtime, but there are ways to deal with some of the nightly discomforts pregnancy can cause. So, what’s the right way to get to bed during those long, sleepless nights of pregnancy?
The Right Bed
Choosing a mattress is an important first step to improving sleep during pregnancy. Memory foam mattresses like Tempur-pedic are ideal for parents-to-be, because they can isolate the movement of a restless partner and adapt to the changing size and shape of your baby bump. Tempur-pedic also offers adjustable bed frames, which can provide better support for women who sleep more comfortably upright. Memory foam contours can be great for relieving additional pressure on the spine and organs that pregnancy can cause.
The Right Sleeping Position
Most doctors recommend that pregnant women sleep on their sides to relieve pressure on the uterus and make breathing easier. Sleeping on the left side is ideal because it can help promote the flow of blood and nutrients to the baby. Memory foam is perfect for side sleeping, as it’s designed to relieve pressure points like the hips and shoulders. If you’re typically a back sleeper, you might want to try switching your sleeping position to make lying down more comfortable as your pregnancy progresses.
The Right Support
Even sleeping in the perfect position can be difficult without the right support. The additional stress on your pressure points, even with a Tempur-pedic to reduce pain and spinal misalignment, can cause problems during a pregnancy. Investing in a pregnancy pillow — a long, cylindrical pillow shaped like a U or a C — can be vital for a good night’s sleep. A full-sized pregnancy pillow can provide extra support for your neck, back, and belly, and relieve pelvic strain. A wedge pillow is another great tool for improving your nightly rest — place it under your belly or prop up your head to make breathing easier.
The Right Temperature
Many pregnant women experience hot flashes that make it difficult to sleep at night. Blankets that felt perfect before pregnancy can feel too heavy in the second and third trimester, and normal room temperature can seem stifling. Keeping the room just a few degrees cooler than usual can make nighttime more comfortable. Getting a Tempur-pedic Breeze mattress can also provide extra cooling action — this specialized line of mattresses is designed to pull excess heat away from the body and keep you from sleeping too hot.
The Right Way?
Every pregnancy is different and there’s no single “right way” to ensure the perfect night of sleep. It will take some experimenting to find a bed setup that works just right for you, so take some time every night to get yourself and your space prepared for sleep. Arrange your bed just the way you like it, set the air conditioner or fan, and try to stop drinking liquids about an hour before your go to sleep, to avoid too many nighttime runs to the bathroom. Follow these guidelines, and you should be well on your way to a better night’s rest.