Treatment for Insomnia During Pregnancy

The Effectiveness of Non-Pharmacological Treatment for Insomnia During Pregnancy

The aim of the study is to improve sleep during pregnancy and the postpartum period in women who are experiencing insomnia, using a brief non-pharmacological treatment.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Meets Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (IV-TR edition) criteria for insomnia (duration criterion - 1 month)
• Pregnant with gestational age between 18-32 weeks.
• Adequately fluent in English or Spanish.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Some co-morbid sleep disorders (e.g., moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea)
• Co-morbid psychiatric disorder
• Use of medications, herbs or other drugs with known effects on sleep
• Unstable medical conditions
• Currently engaged in psychotherapy or other treatments for insomnia