Tension Headaches and Pregnancy

I have been getting horrific tension headaches for about the past 3-4 weeks. I saw my dr and was in the er and this is what they said it is. I was wondering if anyone has experienced this and what they have done to help alleviate the pain. I am 16 weeks and have 2 yo twins and home and cant afford to be out of commission.

TIA...

Re: Tension Headaches and Pregnancy

i feel for you! I got the worst tension headaches before getting my BFP and I actually woke up this morning at 5am (from a deep sleep) with a splitting headache.

Things that I have found to help:

- try not to clenche your jaw or grind teeth(i do this and it makes things much worse)
- get enough sleep, which I am sure can be tough with 2 yo's
- stay hydrated!!!
- you can take tylenol! I actually broke down at work today and took 2 extra strength (ok'd by high risk ob), the first time I have taken anything since getting my BFP!
- caffeine should help too!

feel better

Message edited 10/19/2009 11:51:32 AM.

Re: Tension Headaches and Pregnancy

Stay hydrated
Yoga/Neck Stretches
Deep breathing

I'm prone to headaches, so I feel for you - feel better!

Re: Tension Headaches and Pregnancy

I got them badly with my first pregancy, and not so much with this one (thank goodness!)

My OB said if they were really bad and tylenol wasn't working, I could take Excedrin Tension (in moderation) which is basically Tylenol with caffeine. It was the only thing that worked for me. Good luck!