Sleep in the second trimester

Pregnant mum-to-be sleeping on her left side with her hand on her bump
You've entered the so-called honeymoon phase of pregnancy and you should enjoy better sleep in your second trimester.


Read on to find out what kind of sleep patterns and problems you can expect during your second trimester.




Morning sickness has hopefully passed by the time you reach 16 weeks. But you may be unfortunate enough to suffer from nausea throughout your pregnancy.

As your pregnancy progresses you may also find you start to have a touch of acidity or heartburn and indigestion during the night.



Jot down the night-time worries that are keeping you awake, and then discuss them with your husband, a family member, a friend, or your doctor. You may find this keeps your fears in perspective, or helps you to find practical solutions for things that have been preying on your mind.

How can I sleep better in my second trimester?

Eat little and often
A big meal just before bed may make you more prone to heartburn and indigestion. This can be especially problematic at night and during daytime naps, because lying down makes it easier for your stomach acid to find its way up into your throat. To minimise this, have smaller meals, and avoid rich, fatty and spicy foods. You could also raise the head of your mattress a few inches, to help keep stomach acids where they should be.

Switch to sleeping on your left side



Get into a routine
Try to go to bed and get up at the same time every day. Although the occasional lie-in may be tempting, especially after a disturbed night, it can disrupt your body clock and make it harder to drift off at night. Sticking to a schedule should help your body to naturally feel more tired at bedtime.

Wind down at the end of the day
Take some time to relax as bedtime approaches. Don't do strenuous exercise or watch a scary film just before turning in. Have a relaxing bath, a warm milky drink or herbal tea, or read a book. Do whatever helps you to relax at night and try to repeat the same pattern each evening. Read our article on tips to get a good night's sleep during pregnancy.

If sleep is a problem for you, don't hesitate to talk with your doctor. She will be able to suggest treatments and remedies that are safe during pregnancy.

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From the very start of my pregnancy I developed more mucus on the back of my throat,,this prevent me from eating well,,I have tried almost everything like lemon juice with hot water,inhale the stream from hot water but nothing helped..i am worried if this will stop...
Such useful information! Thank you Babycenter! When the changes you are experiencing every week match exactly with what you read here, it is so reassuring for a helps me rest assured that all is well :)
My weight is not increasing
is there any correlation between what I eat and how my baby develops?
thanks a lot

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