Sleep Disorders in Pregnancy

Pregnant women are at a higher risk for sleep apnea, a condition where breathing stops during sleep. RLS is a condition that causes an uncomfortable feeling in the legs and an urge to move them, interfering with sleep. Hormonal changes during pregnancy can cause night sweats, leading to disrupted...

• Sleep is defined as a reversible neurobehavioral state of disengagement from and unresponsiveness to the environment, typically accompanied by postural recumbence, behavioral quiescence, and closed eyes. Good sleep is linked to several benefits, including clear thinking, improved memory, and maintaining a healthy immune system.