Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Pregnancy is a time of great change in a woman’s life. Likewise, sleep is altered and may not return to pre-pregnancy quality for several years after the birth of the child. Some sleep disturbances are a harbinger of sleep disorders. If they are not recognized and treated, there can be significant negative effects for the patient and her unborn child. Sleep apnea syndrome occurs in about 4% of women, and the obese pregnant woman should be screened for snoring severity, nocturnal awakening, and daytime fatigue. Longitudinal studies are required to fully evaluate the effect of sleep deprivation on maternal and foetal outcome. Better methods to measure sleep disturbances in pregnancy are required along with evaluation of the underlying cause so that appropriate and effect treatment can be administered.
Keywords: Pregnancy, Sleep, Mechanism, Treatment.