![]() ![]() So it’s no surprise that the intensely emotional experience of pregnancy could lead to more frequent and memorable dreams. And in a lot of ways, dreams act as therapy, according to the National Sleep Foundation.ĭreams can help you process information and better understand your emotions. Some theories suggest that dreaming is how you store memories. Plus, hormonal changes during pregnancy can cause increased tiredness, meaning you’re likely to sleep more frequently and therefore have more dreams. And in the same way hormones can make your emotions more intense, they can make dreams more intense. Honestly, if you find yourself sobbing because someone ate your leftovers, you won’t be the first pregnant person to do so. It’s because of hormonal changes that some pregnant women experience mood swings. And as you likely suspect, hormonal changes are a big factor.įluctuating hormones during pregnancy can have a tremendous impact on your body. Why do dream changes happen during pregnancy?ĭream changes during pregnancy have many possible explanations. These types of dreams are normal, but no less distressing and bothersome. Dreams about being lost or trapped are also common during pregnancy. Or, if you’ve had a miscarriage in the past, you may have dreams about this happening again. You might dream of dropping your baby or literally losing your baby. These nightmares can take different forms. This could be fear or anxiety about labor and delivery, or something happening to the baby. Pregnancy nightmares aren’t uncommon, as noted in this 2016 study, and these are typically triggered by your emotions. ![]() The same way you can have happy and exciting dreams during pregnancy, there’s also the chance of having nightmares during pregnancy. This can all change during pregnancy when you experience greater dream recall upon waking up. You might have even been convinced that you didn’t dream at all. Before pregnancy, perhaps you had difficulty remembering your dreams in the morning. Easier to recall dreamsĭuring pregnancy, it might be easier for you to recall some of your dreams. With so much on your mind, it’s only normal for your brain to tap into your worries, and for dreams to highlight your anxieties and fears. You might even have anxiety about labor and delivery. This could be anxieties about finances, juggling a newborn and other children, and continuing to work with a newborn. And as excited as you are, you may also be a little apprehensive.ĭreams can provide insight into some of your biggest worries and anxieties. Preparing for a baby takes a lot of your time and energy. Anxiety dreamsĭon’t be surprised if you have anxiety-based dreams, too. Some women also have dreams of their baby talking to them, dreams about naming their baby, and dreams about the sex of their baby. This can mean dreams about your baby already being born or dreams of holding your baby. Life is running through your body, and naturally, you’re excited to welcome the newest addition to your family.īecause of this excitement, and perhaps a little nervousness, it’s also natural and common to have dreams involving you and your baby - as this old 1993 study found (there’s not a whole heck of a lot of research about pregnancy and dreaming!).Ĭarrying a baby is likely something you think about often every day, so it’s not surprising that those thoughts occur while you sleep as well. The more you sleep, the more you’re likely to dream. ![]() It is possible that they are actually dreaming more in an 8-hour sleep cycle, or the increase may be due to sleeping or napping more hours each day. Some pregnant women believe that they have more dreams during pregnancy. You may wake from these dreams needing a moment to distinguish between the dream and reality. Rather than fuzzy images you can barely piece together, these dreams seem like real life. This can include dreams with powerful, intense emotions and clear imagery, and these dreams may seem like the events are actually happening.īut while vivid dreams can occur in anyone, pregnancy seems to spark more of these types of dreams. Some people normally have vivid dreams during deep sleep. The following list includes common dream changes experienced during pregnancy: More vivid dreams ![]() It’s not uncommon to remember more of your dreams, experience more vivid dreams, and even struggle with nightmares. But during pregnancy, you may notice a difference in the frequency and types of dreams you have. Some people remember their dreams after waking up, whereas others can have multiple dreams, yet are unable to recall a single one in the morning.īottom line: Dreaming is a normal, healthy part of sleep. They often occur during REM sleep (rapid eye movement), the stage of sleep associated with dreaming.ĭuring dreams, you may see images and feel emotions, and some dreams can even trigger ideas. What is different about pregnancy dreams? ![]()
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