141: Dreaming for Two: All About Pregnancy Sleep with Dr. Ann Kristin Homdrum

Women can experience a lot of discomfort during pregnancy. All of these aches, pains, and changes in our body can also take a toll on our sleep. If we aren't moving around to find just the right position to get comfortable or having to get up to use the restroom again, you can count on our restless leg syndrome or pregnancy insomnia to kick in. With all of these issues, we had to chat with Dr. Ann Kristin Homdrum to learn more. Who is Dr. Ann Kristin Homdrum? Dr. Ann Kristin is a chiropractic doctor who specializes in pediatrics and women's health. She's not only a dedicated healthcare professional - she’s also an author, a public speaker, and a successful entrepreneur. She’s founded multiple businesses, including co-founding the maternity brand bbhugme, and is a co-owner of Norway's largest pediatric chiropractic franchise. But what's even more inspiring is her commitment to family. As a mom of three and alongside her husband, she's passionate about sharing her knowledge of conscious health decisions with fellow parents. What Did We Discuss? In this episode, we chat with Dr. Ann Kristin about sleep during pregnancy, common sleep issues women experience during pregnancy, and how to overcome them all. Here are several of the questions that we covered in our conversation: How did you become passionate about working with pregnant women? How common are sleep issues during the prenatal period? What are some common sleep challenges that pregnant women face? How does pregnancy affect sleep patterns? Why do many expectant mothers struggle to find a comfortable sleeping position? Can you explain the role of chiropractic care in promoting better sleep during pregnancy? What other lifestyle recommendations do you typically provide to pregnant women to enhance their sleep quality? Are there certain sleep positions that are better than others during pregnancy? How important is a routine in pregnancy sleep? What are your top tips for getting a restful sleep during pregnancy? Dr. Ann Kristin's Resources Website: bbhugme.com Instagram: @natural_born_parenting Thank you for listening to this episode! Follow us on our podcast Instagram page @thebabychickchat, and let us know what you think and if there are any other topics you'd like us to cover. Cheers to a restful pregnancy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices