Memory Foam

The joy and anticipation of awaiting for your newborn child can seem to quickly fade as the hours of sleep become less and less for a soon to-be-mom!  The first trimester a mom will tend to sleep more than usual as her body is working to protect and nurture the developing baby.  It’s usually later in the pregnancy that finding that deep uninterrupted sleep seems to become that illusive dream!

The biggest reason this occurs is the increasing size of the fetus which makes finding a comfortable sleeping position a challenge.  For those who love sleeping on their backs or stomachs, the adjustment to sleeping on their side can take awhile.  Basic movements in bed become slightly more difficult as a women’s body size changes!

Here are a few other common causes to interrupted sleep:

• Bathroom breaks - the increased pressure on the bladder and the ’stepped-up’ work of the kidneys contributes to this as well.
• Blood pumping - increased heart activity to send sufficient blood to the body increases the heart rate.
• Difficulty breathing - the diaphragm is pushed against by the growing uterus.
• Leg cramps and backaches - extra weight being carried can induce this plus the hormone, relaxin which develops during this time causes instability leading to injuries.
• Constipation and heartburn - the digestive system slows down and food remains in the stomach longer causing these symptoms.

Understanding the whys of sleep deprivation may help you to hang in there mom!  There are some helps out there, such as the memory foam adjustable leg support which can alleviate leg cramps and back ache, which may make this time a bit easier.  Remember, the wait will be worth it all when you look into your new born’s face!

One of the more common problems faced by pregnant women during their second and third trimesters is bad circulation, particularly in their legs.  Changes in blood circulation and the stress on the leg muscles caused by the extra weight of the baby are probable factors contributing to leg cramps.

Simple exercises like stretching your legs before you go to sleep can be beneficial.  Try to change position, from sitting to standing, very regularly.  Walking will also promote blood circulation and a gentle massage on the cramped area will soothe the discomfort.

The memory foam adjustable leg support pillow would be a consideration for night time sleeping or just watching television.  By elevating your legs, blood circulation is increased and relief will be gained from back pain, leg cramps and muscle spasm.  There is no more need to stack regular pillows which can slip and slide.  One pillow can be the solution.