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Pregnancy and insomnia help! i've tried everything what is good to take? i suffer from anxiety also

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Tough problem: It is said that the insomnia of pregnancy prepares you for being up all night with a newborn. That said, there are some safe sleep aids. Doxylamine (unisom) and Diphenhydramine (benadryl) are two products with a long safety record. Try to get a nap during the day. Good luck, you'll do fine.

Answered 3/21/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Please let your: Obstetrician know. Encourage you to work with a therapist for your anxiety. Using good sleep hygiene can often be effective. 1. Keep a regular bedtime & wakening time (to include weekends). Get up the same time each day, regardless of what time you fell asleep. 2. Make a regular, relaxing bedtime routine. Relaxing rituals prior to bedtime may include a warm bath or shower, aromatherapy, reading, .

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