Feeling Sleepy During Pregnancy: Is it Normal?

Feeling unusually tired or sleepy during pregnancy? Dr. Jhansi Lakshmi Peddi, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Laparoscopic Surgeon, and Infertility Specialist at Cloudnine Hospital, Whitefield, Bengaluru, explains why increased tiredness and the need for rest are common during pregnancy. She discusses the physical and hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy and why adequate rest matters for the mother. She also shares a simple reminder for families: instead of questioning a pregnant woman’s need for sleep, support her in getting the rest she needs.