What are the Benefits of a Specialty Mattress During Pregnancy?
Pregnancy is a special time for expectant mothers and having the right mattress can make a huge difference in their comfort. Specialty mattresses are designed to provide extra support and comfort during pregnancy, helping to alleviate back pain, improve sleep quality, and reduce stress. These mattresses are made with materials that are specifically suited for pregnant women, such as memory foam and latex foam. They also offer additional features such as temperature regulation, pressure relief, and improved air circulation. With all these benefits, it’s no wonder why so many expectant mothers choose specialty mattresses during pregnancy.
The Different Types of Mattresses & Their Features to Consider When Shopping for a Pregnancy Mattress
Shopping for a new mattress for your bed while pregnant can be quite overwhelming. With so many different types of mattresses available, it can be difficult to decide which one best suits your needs. To make the decision easier, it is important to understand the different types of mattresses and their features that are beneficial for pregnant women. Foam mattresses, memory foam mattresses, hybrid mattresses, innerspring mattresses, and adjustable bases are all great options when shopping for a pregnancy mattress. Each type of mattress offers its own unique benefits that should be taken into consideration when making a purchase.
Tips & Recommendations on Choosing the Perfect Mattress for Expectant Mothers
These are things that you need to take into consideration during pregnancy when you’re looking for the right mattress. Here are a few that I recommend from a medical standpoint and also a practical one.
- Budget
- Size of the mattress – you may end up co-sleeping or have toddlers invading your bed!
- Try it out – lie on it, roll around and try different positions
- Depth – will it be able to attach a co-sleeper cot if you want one
- Level of firmness, e.g. firm or medium mattress
- Does it conform to British safety standards?
- Does it have an exchange policy or an extended warranty?
- Consider a mattress topper
- Don’t forget a mattress protector for all those unexpected spills from a baby and breastmilk
If you’re going for a memory foam mattress, look for the densest foam you can afford, one that will be the most comfortable. Read the reviews and speak to other pregnant friends if you can to see what they recommend. If a sprung mattress is your preference, look for thicker coil gauges and a higher coil count to support you as you sleep.
Sleep problems in pregnancy and what to do to help
Back pain and pelvic pain are common in pregnancy, and the more supported you feel at night will help. As well as a decent mattress, invest in a pregnancy body pillow to help support your legs and pelvis to minimize discomfort. You won’t look back, I promise you, that pillow will become your best friend.
Another common pregnancy problem that disrupts your sleep is leg cramps. Eating a banana close to bedtime and a small amount of tonic water will help reduce those cramps from occurring. The potassium and quinine help.
Heartburn is a frequent complaint during pregnancy and can be exacerbated at night. This is because the stomach muscles loosen along with the other muscles and ligaments in pregnancy, and it is this that causes acid reflux. When you lie down, the acid escapes upwards and causes the burn. There are medications you can take, you need to discuss with your Midwife which ones are right for you, but you can also help yourself by limiting the types of foods that can cause heartburn and by sleeping in a more upright position.
Insomnia is a real issue for some people when they are pregnant. I myself suffered, particularly in early pregnancy. With all those new emotions and hormones, your body is changing. I think the best thing to do when you really can’t sleep is to get up and do something else for a while, then go back to bed. Of course, make sure your bed is comfortable and your sleep environment is conducive to sleep first.
Get the temperature at an optimal level that’s right for you, avoid watching TV or looking at your devices before bed, don’t eat or drink too close to bedtime, and keep a notepad and pen by the bed so you can write down any worries or to-do lists that spring to mind and are stopping you from relaxing. Is the room dark enough or do you like a bit of light coming through? Are your curtains blocking out the dawn light for example? If you can eliminate everything under your control to get a good night’s sleep, you will certainly benefit from it.
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