Dreaming together: Everything about sleep during pregnancy

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Women can experience a lot Complaints during pregnancy. All of this pain and change in our body can also negatively affect our sleep. If we can’t move around to find just the right position to get comfortable or have to get up again to go to the bathroom, you can count on our Restless legs syndrome or Insomnia during pregnancy to take hold. Because of all these problems, we had to talk to Dr. Ann Kristin Homdrum to find out more.

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Who is Dr. Ann Kristin Homdrum?

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Dr. Ann Kristin is a chiropractor specializing in pediatrics and women’s health. In addition to being a dedicated health professional, she is also an author, speaker, and successful entrepreneur. She has founded several companies, including the maternity brand Subscribe toand is co-owner of Norway’s largest chiropractic children’s clinic. But what is even more inspiring is her commitment to family. As a mother of three children and alongside her husband, she is passionate about sharing her knowledge of conscious health choices with other parents.

What did we discuss?

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Ann Kristin about sleep during pregnancy, common sleep problems women have during pregnancy, and how to overcome them all. Here are some of the questions we covered in our conversation:

How did you develop your passion for working with pregnant women?
How common are sleep problems during pregnancy?
What sleep problems do pregnant women often face?
What influence does pregnancy have on sleeping habits?
Why do many expectant mothers find it difficult to find a comfortable sleeping position?
Can you explain the role chiropractic plays in promoting better sleep during pregnancy?
What other lifestyle recommendations do you typically give to pregnant women to improve their sleep quality?
Are there certain Sleeping positions that are better than others during pregnancy?
How important is a routine for pregnancy sleep?
What are your top tips for a restful sleep during pregnancy?

Dr. Ann Kristin’s Resources

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