Lately I feel short of breath even just climbing stairs, im about 28 weeks. Thoda worried but maybe it's just the growing pet pushing up? Why does this happen?
Please be very careful with breathing issues. I had severe breathlessness which turned out to be related to high blood pressure. If you feel any chest pain or sudden choking, contact your doctor or go to the hospital right away.
When I was pregnant, climbing even four steps made me pant like I ran a marathon! It's just the progesterone hormone expanding your lung capacity. It goes away completely after delivery, so don't worry.
Calm down, it's just your growing uterus pushing your diaphragm up. Try to move slowly and don't exert yourself too much. If you feel like you can't speak a sentence without panting, then definitely call your gynac.
Hormonal changes in the first trimester and the baby pushing upwards in the third trimester are the main reasons. Try keeping your posture straight and use extra pillows while sleeping. Of course, always rule out asthma or BP issues with your doc.
The growing uterus pushes against your diaphragm, which is quite normal. Just make sure you get your routine hemoglobin test done because sometimes low iron causes breathlessness too. It's a cheap test and helps prevent complex issues later.
It's mostly the hormone progesterone making you breathe more, and later, the baby crowding your lungs. I used to sit straight at my desk and take small breaks. If it's sudden or very severe, please don't ignore it and call your doctor.
Don't panic, it is usually because the baby is taking up more space inside. Just sit comfortably under a fan, loose your clothes, and practice light breathing exercises. If you feel dizzy along with it, contact your gynac immediately.
I felt this so much in my third trimester, I literally couldn't sleep flat. I had to use three pillows to prop myself up. It's a very heavy feeling but it's just your body adapting.
I remember feeling so breathless even while doing simple things, it was so scary. Your body is sharing oxygen with your sweet baby, so it's bound to happen. Please take deep breaths and rest whenever you feel tired.
