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Is it normal to have weird dreams during pregnancy?

Mostly.Normal for most people

Yes—vivid, strange, or emotionally intense dreams are common during pregnancy. Changes in sleep and the feelings or worries that come with pregnancy can make dreams feel especially memorable.

Yes, weird dreams are common during pregnancy. Hormonal changes, more frequent waking, and the excitement or worries of a big life change can all make dreams feel unusually vivid or stick in your mind after you wake up.

Dreams aren’t predictions or secret messages, even when they’re bizarre or upsetting. If nightmares are regularly keeping you from sleeping or leaving you very distressed during the day, it’s okay to bring that up with your pregnancy care provider.

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