Im so so sleepy these days, can barely keep my eyes open at work. Just found out im about 6 weeks. Is this tiredness a pregnancy thing already or am i imagining? Anyone else felt this early?
It usually starts around week 6 due to high progesterone. Don't fight it or think you are being lazy. Your body is growing a human, so lie down and take that nap.
Extreme fatigue hit me around week 6. Since i had PCOS, i was always worried about my hormone levels, but my doctor assured me that progesterone rising makes everyone super sleepy. Don't worry, it's very normal.
I felt like a literal zombie in my first trimester, sleeping even during lunch! It started around the 5th week for me. It's just your body working so hard to build the placenta, so listen to your heart and rest.
For me, the extreme sleepiness started in the first month itself! My saas told me to sleep as much as I want now, because once the baby comes, sleep will become a luxury. She was so right!
Sleepiness is very common in the first trimester, but if you feel excessively weak or dizzy, please tell your gynac. They might want to check your iron and thyroid levels just to be safe.
Sleepiness started in week 5 for me and guess what, i am in my 3rd trimester and still want to sleep 24/7! Pregnancy is basically just one big long nap session, so enjoy it while you can.
First trimester fatigue is very common, starting around week 5 or 6. Please take gentle care of yourself and rest as much as you need. If you ever feel any severe cramping or worry, always reach out to your doctor immediately.
