Headache is one of the typical discomforts of pregnancy, especially during the first trimester, although some suffer from it throughout the pregnancy. Before resorting to drugs to treat it, we discuss some natural remedies to relieve headaches in pregnancy .
But first let’s talk about its causes. The large hormonal changes that occur in early pregnancy, added to the increased volume of blood circulation and the decrease in blood glucose contribute to the appearance of a very intense and characteristic headache that is concentrated on both sides of the the head and the nape of the neck.
In women who previously suffered from headaches on a regular basis, these are accentuated during pregnancy, while others suffer them for the first time.
Let’s see then, some natural tips to relieve headache in pregnancy .
- Eat several meals a day to avoid a lack of sugar.
- Perform moderate exercise to improve blood circulation.
- Rest in a dark room, away from light.
- Put cold compresses on the forehead or where there is pain.
- Lie on the left side, to facilitate blood circulation.
- Massages: press those points of the head where there is pain (temples, inner part of the eyes, nape, etc.)
- Rest and sleep well is essential to avoid headaches during pregnancy
- Take a shower or bath with lukewarm water. Steam helps decongest the airways, sometimes the cause of headaches.
- Ventilate the house, let in fresh air.
- Drink fluids: staying hydrated is essential to avoid migraines.
In any case, if the headaches in pregnancy are very intense and do not remit after the first trimester of pregnancy, it is advisable to consult a doctor because it could be a symptom of pre-eclampsia, a serious complication in pregnancy characterized by an increase in the tension.
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