There are many suggested reasons;<b>for cramps</b>;while you're;<b>pregnant</b>;- carrying extra weight, changes;<b>to</b>;your metabolism, having a vitamin deficiency, being too active or not being active enough.<br> To ease a leg cramp, it usually helps if you stretch the muscle by pulling your toes hard up towards your ankle. You can also rub the muscle firmly or walk around for a while.<br> You should talk to your doctor about your cramps if: they are;<a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/sleep-during-pregnancy">disturbing your sleep</a><br> they are very painful<br> you are feeling anxious about them.