Does the tiredness ever end??

[Je$$_84]

The whole second trimester i was like "where is this supposed boost in energy?' i have been so exhausted not sleeping well, have a 3 y/o VERY active DS working part time and feel like i sit for 5 min and have to get up and do something else.

I found that no amount of rest seemed to help, the only thing i can suggest is a nice relaxing shower or bath right before bed and try and get a solid sleep. eat well and often throughout the day, drink OJ with your iron tabs as it helps absorb the iron more quickly.

I had one good night sleep last night (my first since bout 22 weeks) felt great when i woke up but it lasted til lunch then i felt even worse after that.

My intention is to finish up work a week before i'm due, i know silly me but i hate sitting at home as i do more work here then at work.

Think you can take maternity leave 6 weeks before you EDD. or longer with a medical cert.

[tan32]

Hi all ,
thanks for your replies.
I went to see my GP last night as i was just not feeling right, seems i have picked up a viral infection and have 2 days of bed rest.
He said my colour is not right , so i rang my midwife to check results of my early glucose test , all results came back good.
GP has said its definately my iron levels as i look sick.
So sent hubby to go get more iron tablets. I have to take them with a piece of fruit as i am insulin resistance and the dietician at the hospital has said a glass of orange juice contains too much sugar. Im hoping this will help, once again thanks for your suggestions