Headache during pregnancy:

Yesterday was a terrible day for mamma!
She was really upset and was restless in pain and headaches.
This is a symptom she is having from almost 12weeks onwards.This pain of headache is miserable. More than pain it is very annoying and no one can withstand this regularly..

"Mamma you have every right to be angry"
I am also angry with you too ;) Sssh don't tell mamma that i am the reason for this..hee hee..
Actually headaches are very common in pregnancy.Due to hormonal changes, stress factors, restlessness etc headaches are common.

Last time when she went to the doctor she even asked the root cause of this headache. But doctor donot want to answer all intricate details and she said that you must consult an ophthalmologist..there might be issues with your vision and get that checked.
Mamma was disappointed! She was quite sure that this is very recent outcome of her pregnancy and must be related to pregnancy only.

After returning home she had done some research on the net about headache and came to know ..Yes as it might be! Headache in pregnancy is very much well known and has some causes also to this.

I am providing below some search results from the net to make you aunties more comfortable with the idea that this is very common and and established fact with many pregnancies.so donot be worried and take some preventive measures to make your self comfortable..

Reasons that causes headache:

Progesterone is a hormone which prepares and maintains the uterus for pregnancy. This progesterone causes the blood vessels to relax and not spasm which is often a cause of bad headaches in pregnant women. This means that the extent of the headache is depended on the hormone sensitivity of the person during pregnancy.

Pregnancy headaches are most commonly the result of hormonal changes, fatigue, tension, hunger or physical and emotional stress. Most headaches appear as a result of the cumulative effect of multiple factors of some times due to one factor alone. This is important because it is necessary to find out the factors behind it to fully eliminate the headache.

Before you go about finding the root cause of your headache it is important to know about some of the most common factors which can cause the headache.

First one is the low blood sugar level. If your blood contains sugar below the required amount, you may get headache. But don’t be fret; you can solve this problem by not missing meals and carrying high-energy snacks with you.

There are also some other obvious factors like loud noise, big crowd etc which can trigger the headache, so it is important to avoid such situations.

Dehydration can also cause headache. One obvious solution is to take enough water so that you don’t get dehydrated.

Some environmental factors like bad light and polluted air can also cause headache in some people. So ensure your environment is healthy and avoid unventilated rooms and workspaces. You should try to go out for a walk and get some fresh air and walking will also provide you the required exercise.

Meditation and yoga are two ways to help you relax and decrease the effects of tension headaches. But this should be done with the help of an expert and be careful when you practice yoga to not to do postures which are physically very demanding. Try lying down in a dark quiet room with your feet up for ten to 15 minutes.

Another important thing is to keep you relaxed and mentally well balanced during pregnancy. So get enough rest.

Acupuncture, biofeedback and massage have been show to bring some relief from a headache. Alternating hot and cold compresses to the aching area for ten minutes can alleviate some of your pain. It is strongly suggested that taking drugs during pregnancy, but if you must take some sort of drugs during this period, make sure you only take a limited amount of it.
taken from:http://earlysignsofpregnancy.in/headache-during-pregnancy.html

Some ways to tackle headaches(as explained by some experienced moms) :

Here are a few suggestions that may help you ward off a headache or get relief once you have one:

Figure out what's triggering the pain
Headache docs often recommend keeping a "headache diary" to help identify specific triggers. Write down anything you've eaten in the 24 hours preceding the onset of a migraine and what you were doing when it started.

Some common migraine triggers include foods that contain monosodium glutamate (MSG), nitrites (common in processed meats like hot dogs, salami, and bacon), sulfites (used as a preservative for salads and also found in many dried fruits), artificial sweeteners, certain beans and nuts, aged cheese and cultured dairy products (like buttermilk and sour cream), certain fresh fruits (bananas, papayas, avocados, and citrus), smoked fish, chocolate and carob, and things that are fermented or pickled (like soy sauce or sauerkraut), as well as glaring or flickering lights, loud noises, excessive heat or cold, strong odors, and tobacco smoke.

Go for a walk:
Try to take a long walk.Take deep breadth, try relaxation techniques. This may act like miracle for some people. Try to be tension free and get the air filled in your lungs. You will feel much better.

Use a compress
For a tension headache, apply a warm or cool compress to your forehead or the base of your skull. Cold compresses tend to work best for migraines.

Take a shower
For some migraine sufferers, a cold shower brings some fast — if temporary — relief. If you can't take a shower, splash some cool water on your face. A warm shower or bath can be soothing for tension headaches.

Don't go hungry or thirsty
To prevent low blood sugar (a common headache trigger), eat smaller, more frequent meals. If you're on the go, keep some snacks (crackers, fruit, yogurt) within reach. Avoid straight sugar, like candy, which can cause your blood sugar to spike and crash.

And don't forget to drink plenty of water to stay well hydrated as well. Sip water slowly if you have a migraine and have vomited.

Avoid fatigue
Try to make time for naps in your day. If you're having a migraine, try to sleep it off in a quiet, dark room.

Get some exercise
Some evidence shows that regular exercise can reduce the frequency and severity of migraines and reduce the stress that can cause tension headaches. If you're prone to migraines, get started slowly — a sudden burst of activity could trigger one. (And don't exercise once a migraine has started because it will aggravate the headache.)

Try relaxation techniques
Biofeedback, meditation, yoga, and self-hypnosis are helpful in reducing stress and headaches in some sufferers.

Try massage
Consider getting a full-body massage to release tension in the muscles of the neck, shoulders, and back. If you can afford it, look for a trained prenatal massage therapist.

If a professional massage is only a pipe dream, ask your partner to rub your back and head — or slip into a salon for a professional shampoo. Some women who suffer from tension headaches swear by massage, although some studies question whether it's effective in preventing or relieving headaches.
taken from:http://www.babycenter.com