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Headache during Pregnancy-Causes, Signs, Symptoms, Remedies
Headache is really a big problem which disturbs not only head, it disturbs all our body and life as well. In this blog today we are going to see in detail about Headache during pregnancy- Causes, signs, Symptoms, Remedies in detail.
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What is headache?
Headache may occur on any part of the head, on either side of the head, or in one place.
What is headache during pregnancy?
What are the causes of headache during pregnancy?
Before looking into all the different natural ways you can try to reduce headache pain – or even better prevent it altogether – it’s important to understand what some of the main triggers might be.
1.Dehydration
2.Missed meal
Try to eat small but regular meals or at least have plenty f healthy snacks to go to if you feel hungry. Not only can missed meals cause headaches but also low blood sugar, dizziness, etc.
3.Certain foods or odors
If you notice a connection between certain foods or smells and your headache, avoid those.
For instance, my friend can’t stand the smell of her regular perfume now that she is pregnant. So no perfume for her now onwards.
4.Lack of sleep
It’s important to follow a regular sleep schedule. If you can have short afternoon naps, even better. Try to unplug from electronics and TV at least an hour before your bedtime so that nothing interferes with your sleep.
If the sleeping pattern of the pregnant woman is not correct, it can lead to tension headache (type of headache). Tension headaches look like tight pain or dull, constant pain on both sides of the head or on the back of the neck. In addition, fatigue / tiredness can also lead to headaches.
Note: It is normal to have tension headaches in the first trimester of your pregnancy. However, in the second trimester, the headaches may decrease or go away once your body has gotten used to many changes due to pregnancy.
5.Exhaustion and stress
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If you’re the type of person that will push through and just go go go. Take your headaches as a sign from your body to slow down. This is the time to take good care of yourself.
You might be in denial but sooner or later you’ll realize that you can’t continue doing as much as you used to before getting pregnant.
So give yourself some slack, slow down and make sure you find time to rest well, eat well and take good care of yourself.
6.The below mentioned Triggers can also cause headache:
- Alcohol
- Yogurt
- Smoked fish
- Peanuts
- Chocolate
- Loud noises
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- Aged cheese and sour cream
- Strong odors
- Excessive heat/cold
- Fruits like banana, avocado and papaya
- Glaring lights
- Artificial sweeteners
- Preserved meats
- Tobacco smoke
What are the remedies for headache during pregnancy?
Remedies for headache may vary from person to person. There are various remedies for headache, but make sure any remedy do not give you more headache.
1.Aroma Therapy
It is one of the best remedies for headaches during pregnancy. The results are simply incredible.
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Method:
- Take just a handful of rose petals.
- Boil in water for about five minutes.
- Let it cool to room temperature.
- Dip cotton balls in it.
- Now relax and lie down in bed with a thin blanket for your comfort.
- Now take the cotton balls and put your eyes.
- You can smell the scent.
- Think and imagine your little one with each deep, fragrant breath.
- Take at least 25 soothing aromatic breaths.
2.Head bath or shower / bath
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Avoid using strong odor chemical shampoos. The cold head bath will certainly relax you impressively (ideal for people with migraine).
3.Wash your eyes with cold water
4. Hot coconut oil
5.Herbal tea
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So, these are the proven remedies for headaches during pregnancy and they would certainly work.
Conclusion
Pregnancy is truly a life experience that is filled with sweetness. But believe me when you have your little one, you forget everything and it’s the new start of a new life.
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