Moms are obsessed with sleep. The sleep you aren't getting. The sleep you are about to sacrifice for your new baby. The sleep your tired pregnant body is desperately craving. I'm willing to bet that many moms-to-be have searched the Internet for answers to the million-dollar question, "How to sleep when you are pregnant?"
A New Mattress Could Be The Answer For Pregnant Moms
Your body is hard at work, and a good night sleep can be hard to come by. It's a cruel truth of pregnancy. Just when you could or need the most sleep, you lay awake for hours. A new mattress can really help - whether it's providing you with the right support or just giving your growing body some more space! For the best possible night sleep, we recommend placing your focus on a mattress that has memory foam in the top layer of the mattress.
When I was carrying my daughter, Remy - I had lower back pain and pressure points that affected the quality sleep I was getting. I swear I could feel my ligaments stretching. I found that choosing a memory foam mattress gave me a more comfortable and restful pregnancy experience. If you're not sure what new mattress you should choose, try asking yourself these questions:
7 Questions To Ask To Find The Best Mattress For Pregnancy
- Am I currently sleeping well enough to get seven to eight hours of rest at night?
- Am I aching in specific places on my body while sleeping, or when I wake up?
- Do I have to get up at night a lot? (If you are or have been pregnant, the answer to this is most likely yes!)
- Would I like to feel supported as I sit or stand up from the edge of my mattress, or do I prefer having mattress edges that are flexible as I move on them?
- What positions does my spouse prefer to sleep in?
- Do I tend to feel cold or hot when sleeping?
- Do I or my spouse have any health related conditions that we need to take into consideration?
Make sure when discussing with your sales associate, to mention your thoughts behind these questions so they can help you narrow down the selection of mattresses and sleep accessories that are right for you and your spouse. Here are a few suggested mattresses, adjustable bases and mattress protectors based on my own experience.
Best Sleep Products for Pregnancy
Beautyrest Black Hybrid Gladney 14" Luxury Firm Mattress
Firm mattresses provide a great sleep solution for expecting mothers. If you are in need of some extra support, the Beautyrest Black Hybrid Gladney may be the sleep solution you need. mattress features high density memory foams that are designed for maximum pressure point relief. The reviews will show you how pleased recent customers are with their purchase, but they won’t tell you what features create such an amazing sleep experience. This mattress is made up of 850 Density Advanced Pocketed Coil™ technology is the base, and each coil has a triple braided design that enhances durability. That base is surrounded by AirCool® BeautyEdge® foam encasement, making sure the bed is breathable and provides a supportive sleep surface from edge to edge.
Leggett and Platt 100 Series II Adjustable Base
During pregnancy, your doctor might recommend dedicating a couple hours throughout the day toward sitting with your legs above your heart to stimulate proper blood flow. With adjustable beds, you can prop your legs up on the lower end of your mattress with the appropriate height for your body - and even adjust the top of your mattress so you can actually sleep on your back (until the second trimester, at least) and breathe easier. If your spouse has a different sleep style and mattress need than you, consider Leggett and Platt's adjustable bed frame for split comfort positions.
Protect-A-Bed Waterproof Mattress Protector
Night sweats and morning sickness? Do these maladies sound familiar? If they do, a mattress protector is a must-have sleep accessory during pregnancy, but also just for everyday living. Blocking allergens, irritants, liquids, and stains from your mattress with a protector like Protect-a-Bed's waterproof mattress protector will help keep your mattress clean, promote great hygiene and protect it if your water breaks unexpectedly.
Growing a baby sure made me feel like a superhero - and having the best mattress by my side (literally) every night, made my pregnancy journey the most memorable experience of my life. Give yourself the best sleep experience possible during pregnancy in order to best prepare for the exciting days ahead!
