Sleep disturbances are commonly reported during pregnancy and increase in frequency and duration as the pregnancy progresses. [Courtesy]
To fall asleep, Loice Karima tried bubble baths, physical exercises and even dressing warmly besides carrying a hot water bottle to bed. But most times the 38-year-old spent the better part of the night staring at the ceiling.
Lack of sleep for Karima was triggered by a cough for which she was advised to take boiled green banana soup, but it persisted.
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