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Yes, in many cases sleep apnea symptoms that develop during pregnancy resolve after delivery. Once hormone levels rebalance and pregnancy weight comes off, the airway typically returns to its pre-pregnancy state. Persistent symptoms after birth should be evaluated by a sleep physician.

Waking up gasping or choking during pregnancy can be a sign of pregnancy-onset obstructive sleep apnea. Hormonal changes and weight gain narrow the upper airway, causing repeated breathing pauses that trigger the brain to wake you up. If this happens regularly, talk to your OB or sleep specialist about a sleep study.

Yes. Untreated sleep apnea in pregnancy is associated with higher rates of preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, C-section delivery, and NICU admissions for the newborn due to respiratory distress. Diagnosis and treatment can significantly reduce these risks.

CPAP is considered safe in pregnancy and is the most common treatment. Sleeping on your side rather than your back also helps, as does keeping pregnancy weight gain within recommended ranges. Always coordinate care between your sleep physician and your OB.