Trying To Get Pregnant – Get Some Sleep!
Though it is seemingly undervalued in today’s society, sleep is an important component of a healthy lifestyle. Not getting enough sleep can have serious negative effects, particularly on a person’s fertility. Understanding how adequate rest affects your fertility can be the motivation you need to increase the amount of sleep you’re getting.
What happens during sleep?
While you are sleeping your body is able to slow down and maintain your bodily systems. This includes repairing cells and balancing your hormones.
What fertility hormones are balanced during sleep?
The hormone leptin is known to be directly impacted by the amount of sleep a person gets. Leptin is responsible for a number of functions in the body, including ovulation. When leptin is not produced in the right amounts, ovulation is delayed and the cycle is irregular. Additionally, lack of sleep can affect the production of estrogen and progesterone.
What if I am too stressed to sleep?
Many people find it difficult to fall and stay asleep when they are stressed. This includes the stress associated with undergoing fertility treatment. It is important not to become consumed with the “what ifs” and to let the fertility treatment process work. Taking advantage of other holistic treatment options such as acupuncture and yoga can help you reduce stress during the day so you can sleep at night.
How much sleep is necessary?
While the specific amount of sleep needed varies from person to person, it is a good practice to try and get eight hours of sleep a night. It is best if that sleep is uninterrupted. You may need more sleep if you experience one or more of the following on a regular basis:
- Experiencing feelings of drowsiness during the day
- Having low energy throughout the day
- Feeling slow
- Memory issues
- Being clumsy
- Having to “fight” to stay awake at night
Learn more about how increased sleep and other holistic changes can improve your fertility by contacting the experts at New Hope Fertility Center today. Please click the link below to enter your information and New Hope will contact you, or simply call 212-517-7676. Thank You.
