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Pregnancy: Week 15 Can I Still Sleep On My Back?
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My friend told me that it isn't safe for me to be sleeping on my back anymore. I have a hard time sleeping on my side and stomach sleeping is out of the question. Is it safe for me to still sleep on my back at 15 weeks?
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Saturday 13th of March 2010 10:55:47 AM
not only after 15 weeks but is the best way to sleep during the pregnancy by your left side, with a pillow btw your legs, coz first at all the tummy get heavy and you need to find a great position to don't put overweigh on your back, so the best way is the left side so your back rest, your belly is in a great position and is the best and comfortable way for you future mommy breath and make your sleepy time better, cheers.
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Saturday 20th of March 2010 03:42:41 PM
I slep all the time over my left side, but just because my back was killing me. The pain was really intense, especially the last month. But then my doctor told me about an "U - shape" cushion to seat and sleep on, and It was great. It release me of the pain. Maybe you can try something similar.
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Monday 22nd of March 2010 03:44:35 AM
the sleep expert Donna Arnand advices that: Sleeping on your side is best while you're pregnant. In particular, sleeping on your left side may benefit your baby by improving blood flow – and therefore nutrients – to the placenta. It also helps your kidneys efficiently eliminate waste products and fluids from your body, which in turn reduces swelling in your ankles, feet, and hands.
It's a good idea to start training yourself early in pregnancy to sleep on your left side whenever you can. Of course, staying in one position all night isn't likely to be comfortable, so turning from side to side while favoring your left side is probably the best strategy.
As for sleeping on your back, avoid that position throughout pregnancy, especially in the later months. Here's why:
When you're sleeping on your back, the weight of your uterus lies on the spine, back muscles, intestines, and major blood vessels. This can lead to muscle aches and pains, hemorrhoids, and impaired circulation, which is uncomfortable for you and can reduce circulation to your baby.
Back sleeping can make blood pressure drop, causing some expectant moms to experience dizziness. On the other hand, in some moms-to-be it can make blood pressure go up.
Finally, back sleeping can cause snoring and, with increased weight, could lead to sleep apnea.
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