The life of a country music superstar isn't always glitz and glamour. Carrie Underwood, known for her powerful vocals and captivating stage presence, recently opened up about a surprising challenge she faced during her second pregnancy: pregnancy insomnia.
The Sleepless Journey: A Common Struggle
Underwood revealed that she struggled to get a good night's sleep while expecting her youngest son, Jacob, now 13 months old. The experience led her to write a significant portion of her book, "Find Your Path: Honor Your Body, Fuel Your Soul, and Get Strong," during those late-night hours.
"At the time I was writing a lot of the book, I was pregnant, and I had the worst pregnancy insomnia, which actually ended up being a blessing because that's when I wrote the majority of the book - the window from, like, two am to five or six in the morning," she shared during a Q&A at the Country Radio Seminar.
A Familiar Tale: The Science of Pregnancy Insomnia
Underwood's experience with pregnancy insomnia is a common one. According to WebMD, several factors contribute to sleeplessness during pregnancy, including:
Physical Discomfort: As a woman’s belly grows, it becomes increasingly difficult to find a comfortable position in bed.
Heartburn: Hormonal changes relax the muscles in the digestive tract, leading to heartburn, which can disrupt sleep.
Leg Cramps:
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