The medical term for this is edema. Swelling is a reason pregnant women get carpel tunnel syndrome too — the compression of the nerves of the hands makes the last 3 fingers a bit or a lot, depending on the severity tingling and numb.
That makes the hands more clumsy too! Lack of sleep. In the first trimester, insomnia is common because of hormones and anxiety and nausea. As pregnancy progresses, trouble sleeping happens because of discomfort, trying to sleep on the left side, getting up to pee over and over again. Poor sleep can make everyone more clumsy — regardless of pregnancy. The sleeping issues combined with fatigue in pregnancy is a double whammy.
These hormones can make the brain work and process differently, making some people more prone to clumsiness. OK OK. Obvious on why people are clumsy. How to make it better? Photo by Simon Hurry on Unsplash Pay attention! Wear good shoes. Forget the flip flops. Build in extra time to get to your meetings and appointments.
Skip risky tasks. Stay out of situations with a higher risk of falling — like climbing a ladder or standing on a chair to change a light bulb. Choose sturdy shoes. Put your high heels away for now, and wear stable, comfortable shoes preferably with a rubber sole instead. Walk carefully. Be extra cautious when walking on wet, icy, or uneven surfaces; when going up or down steep steps; or when navigating dimly-lit areas.
Use a handrail whenever possible. If the tricky terrain is unavoidable, you may find that widening your stance gives you a bit more stability. Wear a support belt. Maternity support belts or "belly belts" are designed to support your abdomen and back, stabilize your hips, and improve your posture.
Regular, pregnancy-safe exercise helps keep your muscles strong and improves balance, which experts say reduces the chance of falling. Avoid potentially risky activities. Don't carry heavy loads , especially if you aren't accustomed to lifting, or anything bulky it's hard enough to see what's at your feet with your belly in the way!
Also avoid skiing, riding a bike, or other activities where balance is important and there's a potential for a big spill, especially in the third trimester. Rarely, clumsiness during pregnancy that's accompanied by other unusual symptoms can signal something more serious, including: Preeclampsia. If you have lightheadedness , headaches , blurred vision , sudden swelling in the face and hands, or decreased urine output, it may be a sign of preeclampsia — or pregnancy-induced high blood pressure that usually develops after week 20 of pregnancy.
Because unmanaged preeclampsia can result in serious complications for you and your baby, it's critical to let your doctor know right away if you think you might have preeclampsia. Low blood sugar from skipping a meal or not eating enough can sometimes cause clumsiness. Hypoglycemia usually happens in people who have diabetes and take insulin, although it can rarely occur in people who don't have diabetes. If you experience other signs of hypoglycemia, including sweating, shakiness, blurred vision, hunger, or dizziness, have a sugary snack such as a glass of orange juice or handful of raisins and contact your doctor.
Let your doctor know if you do take a tumble or bump your abdomen, especially if you experience any of the following: Vaginal bleeding Abdominal pain Uterine contractions A noticeable decrease in fetal movement Learn more: Pregnancy safety at home and work Forgetfulness during pregnancy Fatigue during pregnancy.
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How to cope with your nine-month case of the clumsies and what happens to your joints during pregnancy. Back to Top. In This Article. When does clumsiness generally start during pregnancy? What causes clumsiness during pregnancy? According to the What to Expect website, it's totally normal for pregnant women to feel more clumsy than usual, and there are many factors that go into all those clumsy little moments that you hope no one just saw.
So, don't worry. It's not you, it's them. The hormones, the body changes, even the baby — or babies. An article on the What to Expect website suggested that "many women feel clumsier during the second trimester of pregnancy , when their baby bumps are really starting to grow. What to Expect noted that this is due to the hormone changes and fatigue that begins in the first trimester.
Which makes total sense, right? I checked in with registered nurse, doula, and pregnancy expert, Ashlyn Biedebach of By The Brook Birth Doula , for some more info and pointers for moms who just can't shake the butter fingers or should we say butter feet. Biedebach tells Romper in an email, "Once your bump starts growing, your center of gravity changes and with that, your balance can be thrown off.
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