Is shortness of breath common in pregnancy?

Question

Lately even climbing one floor leaves me huffing and I feel out of breath just lying down sometimes. Im 26 weeks now. It freaks me out a bit, is this normal or should I mention it to my doc?

Sudha Iyer · Answer

Very common beta, dont worry. Your body is working extra now. Just rest, dont rush, and mention it at ur next visit so doc keeps an eye.

Kavitha Bose · Answer

It's usually normal, but if it comes suddenly with chest pain, fast heartbeat or it feels severe, pls dont ignore, call ur doctor. Better to be checked once.

Mili Khandelwal · Answer

Omg I felt this last week and got scared. Im in 5th month and even talking too much makes me breathless. Did others feel it this early too?

Sushma Taneja · Answer

Happens to me at work all the time, especially after meetings where I talk a lot. I keep my pace slow and take small breaks. If you sit and it settles in a minute its usually ok.

Aarti Kapadia · Answer

Yes very common, specially later when the baby pushes up against your lungs. I used to get breathless just climbing stairs. Slow down, sit, it passes.

Harshita Talwar · Answer

I felt so worried when this started but my gynac said its the hormones and growing belly. I just learned to take it slow and breathe. It got better after delivery honestly.