Sleep Disturbances in the 2nd and 3rd Trimester

Sleep Patterns and Disturbances in the Second and Third Trimester of Uncomplicated Pregnancy

Sleep disorders and disturbances are mostly underestimated in clinical practice. Moreover, this problem is generally neglected by the pregnant themselves. Today, it is important to underline any problem that may have an affect to improve the quality of life during pregnancy.

This study assesses the sleep quality, insomnia patterns and obstructive sleep apnea in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy.

Women with uncomplicated pregnancy in the second or third trimester who apply for the routine check will be included.

Specific questionnaires will be used to measure the sleep disorders in addition to the socio-demographic measures:

Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, Insomnia Severity Index, Berlin Questionnaire and Stop-Bang Questionnaire.

Inclusion Criteria:

• 2nd or 3rd trimester of pregnancy

Exclusion Criteria:

• Complicated pregnancy
• Multiple pregnancy
• Known sleep disorder