OHbaby! Forums : Sleep Problems - HELP! https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 14 May 2026 00:03:56 +0000 Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:52:10 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=27033 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : I ended up going to the Health...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=707496&title=sleep-problems-help#707496 Author: CuriousG
Subject: 27033
Posted: 23 June 2009 at 7:52am

I ended up going to the Health store and getting some Magnesium tablets. They took about 3-4 nights to really start working but I am sleeping so much better. I am still waking but am not staying awake for very long and am settling easier.

Apparently they are safe to take - you can take 2 tablets a day but I have been just taking one. ]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:52:10 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=707496&title=sleep-problems-help#707496 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : Hiya, Just letting you know you&#039;re...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=707473&title=sleep-problems-help#707473 Author: sunnymummy
Subject: 27033
Posted: 23 June 2009 at 4:46am

Hiya,

Just letting you know you're not alone in the no sleep buzz. Like you i can get to sleep fine, but probably 2-3 nights a week I wake about 2am or 4am and have to get up and have a hot milk, heat the weatie and write down everything that's rolling around in my head and check emails.

If you find anything that actually helps us get back to sleep without getting up, id love to know.

Good luck and hope you are sleeping better by now.

]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2009 04:46:22 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=707473&title=sleep-problems-help#707473 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : Hi I use to suffer quite badly...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=705745&title=sleep-problems-help#705745 Author: squeak
Subject: 27033
Posted: 19 June 2009 at 4:38pm

Hi

I use to suffer quite badly from insomnia before I was pregnant. There is a juice called tart cherry juice that you can buy online, company is called Tru2u Tart Cherry Juice. It actually costs fifty dollars a bottle but its a concentrate and it lasts five weeks if you drink it every day as directed. Its full of antioxidants and has lots of health benefits. It may take a couple of weeks to build up in your system. I now sleep through the night no problems. Even though it might seem pricey, it has been well worth it, especially in terms of my sanity.
]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2009 16:38:43 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=705745&title=sleep-problems-help#705745 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : Oh and the visualisation thing....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=705338&title=sleep-problems-help#705338 Author: HoneybunsMa
Subject: 27033
Posted: 18 June 2009 at 9:51pm

Oh and the visualisation thing. Try and do a meditation thing like picturing your happy place and creating a nice little story with it might help.

Oh and this may be so far from your train of thoughts right now and you may not want to in anyway shape or form but try have some fun time with dp or on your own if you feel so inclined and have an orgasm. LOL just thought I would put it out there

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2009 21:51:54 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=705338&title=sleep-problems-help#705338 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : I also read something in a book...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=705274&title=sleep-problems-help#705274 Author: happymumma
Subject: 27033
Posted: 18 June 2009 at 8:10pm

I also read something in a book about making sure you eat some protein before you go to bed and then keep some more by the bed for when you wake up. I haven't tried it yet - I'm not quite at that stage but I guess anythings worth a try.

The other thing I have sometimes found helpful (although not so far in this pregnancy) is shifting your thoughts to an enjoyable project (a pysch suggested it so it's not as random as it sounds!). Something like, for me, painting my little boys wooden chairs, or decorating his room. That has worked for me sometimes although if I've already worked myself up about not sleeping then it's not so great.

I hope you find something that works for you - there's nothing worse than lying awake at night.]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:10:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=705274&title=sleep-problems-help#705274 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : I agree with a few of the things...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=705271&title=sleep-problems-help#705271 Author: myfullhouse
Subject: 27033
Posted: 18 June 2009 at 8:01pm

I agree with a few of the things the others have said - reading, tv, insomniamed by naturopharm.

If my mind is busy thinking about things then I often picture and think about the colour black. I know it sounds strange but it stops me thinking about other things, relaxes my mind and I often fall asleep.

You could also consentrate on relaxing your body bit by bit, start at your toes then ankles, calves etc etc. This should take your mind off other things and help you sleep.

Good luck!]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:01:03 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=705271&title=sleep-problems-help#705271 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : I&#039;m writing this after being...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704965&title=sleep-problems-help#704965 Author: Gardengirl
Subject: 27033
Posted: 18 June 2009 at 8:21am

I'm writing this after being awake all night until around 5.30am and I now have to go to work, so I totally sympathise. I've tried getting up, watching TV, reading, hot milk, naturopharm spray - you name it, I've tried it. I guess I'm not much help to you, but you're most certainly not alone! Do try those things though, they won't always work but you may find a trick that does for you.

And if one more person tells me it's "natures way of preparing me for when the baby gets here" I will scream.

My doctor has prescribed me mild sleeping tablets but I am so reluctant to take them.

Hugs, because I know just how wretched you must be feeling.]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2009 08:21:57 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704965&title=sleep-problems-help#704965 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : Naturopath told me to get up and...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704933&title=sleep-problems-help#704933 Author: HoneybunsMa
Subject: 27033
Posted: 17 June 2009 at 11:00pm

Naturopath told me to get up and have something to eat as your sugar levels could be low and because baby is taking them they'll be lower then normal. My wake up time is normally 4-5am as I sleep really late at night.

She said to try protein like a big glass of milk, some yoghurt etc. Her rule is though don't eat anything you feel like you'll need to brush your teeth afterwards.

SIL grandmother religiously gets up and has honey on toast at about 12am and has for years and tells the girls that they need to do it as well

]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2009 23:00:53 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704933&title=sleep-problems-help#704933 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : Double PostEdited by Hope2Be ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704722&title=sleep-problems-help#704722 Author: MamaT
Subject: 27033
Posted: 17 June 2009 at 4:12pm

Double Post



Edited by Hope2Be]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:12:01 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704722&title=sleep-problems-help#704722 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : These are some things that have...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704720&title=sleep-problems-help#704720 Author: MamaT
Subject: 27033
Posted: 17 June 2009 at 4:09pm

These are some things that have helped me before:

 

Write down all the things that you keep running through your mind.

If you find you are waking up still, get up.

Make a routine for evenings before you go to bed and make sure you do it everynight - this will hopefully retrain your body to get into sleep mode.

Hot milk before bed.

]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:09:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704720&title=sleep-problems-help#704720 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : Try insomniamed by naturopharm....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704537&title=sleep-problems-help#704537 Author: kebakat
Subject: 27033
Posted: 17 June 2009 at 10:18am

Try insomniamed by naturopharm. I use that when I wake up in the middle of the night and its fine for pregnancy]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2009 10:18:22 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704537&title=sleep-problems-help#704537 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : Sorry I can&#039;t help, but just...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704500&title=sleep-problems-help#704500 Author: Mama2two
Subject: 27033
Posted: 17 June 2009 at 8:58am

Sorry I can't help, but just wanted to let you know that you are definitley not the only one in this boat at the moment I am just hoping it doesn't continue for the next 20 odd weeks!
I did get told that you are best to get up for 30 minutes or so and watch TV etc until you feel tired again and then go back to bed. Has worked occassionally for me.

And congratulations on the boy ]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:58:53 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704500&title=sleep-problems-help#704500 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : Magnesium tablets or spray are...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704477&title=sleep-problems-help#704477 Author: fallen
Subject: 27033
Posted: 17 June 2009 at 8:04am

Magnesium tablets or spray are good for muscle and central nervous system relaxation.]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:04:56 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704477&title=sleep-problems-help#704477 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : Hi - I have the same problem....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704476&title=sleep-problems-help#704476 Author: littlestar
Subject: 27033
Posted: 17 June 2009 at 7:56am

Hi - I have the same problem. I can't offer any suggestions to prevent you waking up - but I have a torch and a book (an old one I already know back to front) I'll read for an hour or two and nod off again. It usually works.
I know exercising in the evening also helps - but its way too cold and I'm soo not in the mood at the moment to even go there.
Good luck!]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2009 07:56:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704476&title=sleep-problems-help#704476 <![CDATA[Sleep Problems - HELP! : I am so at my wits end. It doesn&#039;t...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704468&title=sleep-problems-help#704468 Author: CuriousG
Subject: 27033
Posted: 17 June 2009 at 7:36am

I am so at my wits end. It doesn't matter what I do, I simply can not get a good nights sleep. I usually fall asleep ok but wake up about 11.30pm and toss and turn for the rest of the night. My mind ticks over and over with totally random stuff and it seems now I am starting to fret about being so tired so am in that vicious circle of not getting enough sleep, stressing about it and sleeping even worse.

Short of hitting myself over the head with a baseball bat to knock me out I don't know what to do! I have tried the Rescue Remedy Sleep, tried sleeping in a seperate bed to DH and DD (she still comes into us in the middle of the night), I have tried taking panadol before bed to see if that helps but nothing seems to be working!

Any ideas would be gratefully received. At the moment I feel like a walking, emotional, tired zombie. ]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2009 07:36:04 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=27033&PID=704468&title=sleep-problems-help#704468