What Causes Fatigue

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Whether you're juggling late-night feeds, toddler tantrums, or school runs, it’s easy to underestimate how tired you really are.

What Causes Fatigue?

  • Not getting enough sleep (<7-9 h per 24 h) 

  • Broken sleep (e.g., waking up during the night)

  • Poor quality sleep (e.g., not enough deep sleep)

  • Waking up early

  • Late bedtimes 

  • Long days (i.e., caregiving responsibilities, work)

  • Fatigue is more likely at certain times of day
    (i.e., overnight, post-lunch dip)

  • Stress, worries, and anxiety can make it harder to get to sleep,
    or get enough sleep

  • Health problems (including mental health concerns such as postpartum depression/anxiety)

  • Sleep disorders (see your GP if you think you might have a sleep disorder)

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