Has anyone else been having weird pregnancy dreams? This is my 2nd time having a dream of being pregnant with twins 😩
WeMoms
2 Apr 2024
Pregnancy weird dreams
Weird dreams
As your body goes through many changes during pregnancy, your dreams might become more vivid and strange. You might dream about things that you normally wouldn't, and they might even feel more real than your daily life.
This symptom is caused by a shift in hormones and usually occurs in the second and third trimesters.
Is it normal?
It is completely normal to experience vivid and weird dreams during pregnancy. Dreams might vary from person to person, but they typically involve unusual scenarios, people, or events that might seem surreal, for better 🦄 or for worse 👹.
These dreams tend to increase as you get closer to your due date. This is because your anticipation and stress levels rise as you prepare for the arrival of your little one. However, they usually subside after giving birth.
Prevent and care
Improving your mental and physical well-being can give you more pleasant dreams. You may consider the following advice.
- Don’t drink liquids before bed to avoid the urge to urinate in the middle of the night (any more than that extra pressure pregnancy places on your bladder already requires).
- Keep your room dark, quiet, and at a comfortable temperature. Turn off the television, close the drapes, and remove electronic devices from the room.
- While it’s okay to nap during the day if you’re tired, avoid long naps that could keep you awake at night.
- Take steps to relax before bed. This might mean enjoying a book, doing some deep breathing, taking a bath or shower, or listening to your favorite soothing music.
Some theories suggest that dreaming is how you store memories. And in a lot of ways, dreams act as therapy, according to the National Sleep Foundation.
Juliette, Midwife 8+ years
When to consult?
If you experience repetitive nightmares or dreams that are causing you distress, you should speak with your loved ones or healthcare provider.
They can assist you in managing your symptoms and provide you with helpful advice to put your mind at ease.
Top Asked Questions
Why do pregnancy weird dreams occur, and when are they most common?
These dreams can occur due to hormonal changes and increased stress, and they are most common in the second and third trimesters.
Can I prevent pregnancy weird dreams, and are they a cause for concern?
While they can't always be prevented, improving sleep quality and addressing stress can help. Pregnancy weird dreams are generally not a cause for concern.
Are there specific strategies for improving sleep during pregnancy to reduce unusual dreams?
Establishing a consistent sleep schedule, creating a relaxing bedtime routine, and managing stress through relaxation techniques can improve sleep quality.
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Amayah
23 Apr 2023
Is anyone else having these really scary dreams?? Is this normal in pregnancy it’s so dam weird I wake up sweating so bad 😭😭😭🤣
Ki 💝
Lol girl I dreamed that I let some girl I went to middle school with move in with me and she brought roaches to my house 😂😂 I woke up at 5am before work and cleaned my house
27 Mar 2024
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Amayah
😂😂 😂 yess they seem so real have you waking up like oh nooo
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cynn
9 Jan 2023
who else has been experiencing weird dreams ?! this pregnancy got my dreams all over the place
Maribel
Yes, i call them more like nightmares for me. It’s random stuff too.
27 Mar 2024
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cynn
for reals !! sameee i’m like why am i even dreaming about this ?!
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Sydney
2 Jan 2023
Sometimes I have dreams where I’m on my stomach and I wake up worried, or just other crazy shit. Lol. I know it’s so strange but do any of you moms ever have crazy dreams of doing things and then wake up confused? Pregnancy brain/dreams are weird. 😬
Elda Loya
Yes, all the time..
27 Mar 2024
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🍹Jenni
30 Dec 2022
My husband is getting the weird scary dreams, not me anymore! Pregnancy can be strange sometimes!
💙 Mama Lioness 💙
you heard of sympathy pains well hes having sympathy dreams lol ❤️
27 Mar 2024
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Rachel
I was having crazy dreams of him cheating on me. I read that it's very normal. For the woman and man to have crazy dreams.
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Shakiya
29 Nov 2022
Pregnancy dreams be sooooo weird omg. I think I need to keep a journal or something. Sometimes it’s night terrors and sometimes I dream about the people around me. Does anyone know why we have such wild dreams while pregnant lol. I’m 9 weeks but it’s been happening since like week 5 😭
Liz
I’m 20 weeks and I still have crazy ass dreams lol sadly just gotta get used to it. It’s annoying when your sleep is already disrupted constantly I haven’t had a full nights sleep since I been pregnant 😭
27 Mar 2024
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Shakiya
Omg sameee! If it’s not getting up to pee 200x a night 🤣. Orr being uncomfortable now it’s crazy ass dreams like why 😭.
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Delana
11 Oct 2022
Anyone else experiencing really weird dreams or nightmares while pregnant? Is it just me? I'm 24 weeks and 5 days and sometimes I wake up multiple times in the night from weird dreams or terrible nightmares that make no sense and I can't go back to sleep
Rissa
Yes. Last night I dreamed me nd my baby father had sex and it caused the babies to die 🤦🏻♀️ I was up the rest of the night
27 Mar 2024
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Rissa
It felt so real, thats the scary part
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💙Bennett its a boy💙
6 Oct 2022
Do anybody have dead peoples dreams while pregnant? It is normal to have weird dreams.
Hope
I have been dreaming of my dad and grandparents alot and they are all passed.
27 Mar 2024
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Allison
Yes. It's absolutely normal. I dreamed of my grandparents that have been gone for about 2 years now. And it was me telling them they were going to be great grandparents.
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Nicole
11 Sep 2022
Has any one experienced bad dreams during your pregnancy? 🥹😩😩😕😢 This happened to me with my 2cnd pregnancy and now it's happening again. I'm blessed I'm happy in my life i have i have no worries at all. But when i sleep for some reason I have nightmares and weird dreams... Anyone else ?
Laura
Yes I’m 9 weeks and mine are very detailed and feels like whole journeys lol sometimes not so bad, weird but not bad but last night was definitely a bad dream sometimes I hate having to go to sleep but I need sleep too 😭 sadly there’s nothing you can do about it but they’re just dreams it’s not like the movies lol just try to recover from it as best as possible 💛
27 Mar 2024
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Ariana
I always have strange and usually scary dreams my whole life but after getting pregnant their usually concerning my child or a child getting stolen or lost.
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Jaide
7 May 2022
Anyone else getting crazy dreams during their pregnancy? Like I would have dreams once in a while but they aren’t everyday and very real feeling. I’ve been having scary dreams too, like me flying back home and seeing dead pigs everywhere, or my aunt killing my entire family 😂 idk it’s been so weird cause I’ve never had dreams like this before 😂😂😂
Jessy
Yes! One of my dreams I was crying, turned out I was actually crying while sleeping
27 Mar 2024
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mir
Yesss I’m always having weird dreams 🤣🤣
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