Insomnia in first trimester

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Ever since I found out on Saturday that we are having twins I cannot switch my brain off at night. I managing about 3hrs sleep initially and then just wake up and cannot get back to sleep. Also start feeling really itchy all over.

I try drinking lots of water, going to the toilet, changing pyjamas, even wandering round the house.

Does anyone have any ideas? It was ok over the weekend as I could have a nap in the afternoon but I am back to work today (after a week off) and dont see how I am going to cope.

I had dreadful pregnancy insomnia and nothing worked except time. Sorry.

Itchy though, I would tell a HCP. It's probably nothing but serious itching is a liver thing I think.

If you only get itching at night that combined with the insomnia could be a symptom of anxiety too. Speak to your mw

Got my booking in appt with MW on Thursday so will mention it then.

Definitely think some of its anxiety as I am stressing on how I will cope with twins and that they are ok etc.

Morning sickness has kicked in today too so just feel horrendous with sickness and lack of sleep

Hello, I am in a very similar boat! 7+5 and recently found out it’s twins. I’ve not had a full nights sleep since. I’m almost certain most of it is the shock and subsequent worries. I’m trying to not have any liquids after 7 (as I’m sure sometimes I’m just waking as I need a wee) but as you say, going to mention to my midwife when I see her next week. There’s a lot to get your head around isn’t there!

Congrats @MrsEG. Yes it is definitely a huge shock to get over. I have told some family members and all they seem to say is how its going to be so hard and financially more difficult etc. I mean i totally get that it wont be easy with twins but just need them to be a bit more positive and supportive. Their comments dont help when I am already anxious etc.