All the changes your body goes through during pregnancy cause you to work harder to regulate your body temperature. The best way to achieve this is to sweat. You sweat more than usual when you're pregnant because you're metabolizing for two and doing lots of new activities to keep you and your baby healthy.

What is the reason of this?

The main culprit of excessive sweating during pregnancy is a sharp increase in hormones and overall blood flow. The blood flow makes you feel warmer and therefore gives your body more reason to cool off with sweat. A less likely cause is hyperthyroidism, where your thyroid is overactive.

It regulates your metabolism and secretes too much thyroid hormone. You and your baby are also growing by the day, so walking it can be tiring and make you sweat more. If you have a fever or an increased heart rate from sweating, contact your healthcare provider as it could be a sign of a more serious problem.

In some cases, night sweats during pregnancy can be a sign of an underlying condition, so if they start to occur regularly or if you have concerns, it may be a good idea to check with your healthcare provider to be sure.

Tips

The same recommendations apply to a hot summer day. You may want to wear light clothing, drink plenty of water, and air conditioning. Try taking a cold shower or bath to lower your body temperature and reward yourself with some cool and preferably indoor spaces. Consult your healthcare provider if you feel that the sweating is excessive or lasts too long.