Is sleepiness a sign of pregnancy?
My period is delayed, and I've been feeling unusually tired and sleepy all day, even after getting enough rest. I'm wondering if this could be an early sign of pregnancy. Is excessive sleepiness a common symptom?
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4 months ago
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Oh, absolutely! In my first trimester, I was so sleepy I could dose off anywhere and I got so worried. Later, my doctor reassured me that the hormone progesterone makes you super tired, and it is completely normal.
7 months ago
Yes, beta. In the early weeks of pregnancy, the body works very hard to build the life inside, which causes great exhaustion. Rest as much as you can, and don't worry, this phase passes soon.
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6 months ago
Yes, babe, it is actually one of the earliest signs! Don't stress too much about why you are feeling so lazy. Just take a home test to be absolutely sure, and enjoy the extra naps.
6 months ago
My wife was sleeping almost 12 hours a day during her first few weeks. We were surprised, but the doctor said it is a very common early sign of pregnancy. Definitely do a pregnancy test to confirm.
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4 months ago
Yes, it is a very common early sign. Just make sure you stay hydrated and do a simple urine test at home.