I've been told I must sleep on my left side, and not on my back as it cuts off circulation to the baby, I'm worried because I go to sleep on my left but wake up through the night on my back. Will it harm the baby? I'm 17 weeks pregnant.
2007-02-27 20:11:12 · 7 answers · asked by Helen C 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
no, you're not going to hurt your baby! At some point laying on your side is going to be what's most comfortable, and that's the point where it because more important. They recommend your left side because of a large vein that runs in your right leg.
I've had four kids, and they're all fine, and I slept on my back too
If you're really worried about it....Toys'r'us has a C-pillow, for pregnant women. I always wanted one, they look SO luxurious. They run about 50 dollars. It will tuck under your head, run down your back, and then curve up between your knees. Heck I wouldn't mind having one now!
2007-02-27 20:17:56 · answer #1 · answered by Patty O' Green 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi, mother of 3 here and one just on the way... lying on your side is probably the most comfortable position as your belly gets bigger. lying on your back isnt a problem either although i found i needed 2 pillows. dont worry about sleeping and harming your baby.
2007-02-27 20:20:41 · answer #2 · answered by rollita9 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm 25 weeks and i am the same way! It won't harm you or the baby. If you wake up on your back just turn back over.
2007-02-27 20:16:14 · answer #3 · answered by $Bl@Ck BuTtAfLy$ 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
During pregnancy you may find yourself wrestling in bed trying to get comfortable before falling asleep. Unfortunately, your regular sleep positions may no longer work for you during pregnancy. There are a number of reasons that cause this new discomfort, but there are some positions that you can try that may help you get your much needed rest.
Why am I so uncomfortable in my normal positions?
Side laying is encouraged for a sleeping postion during pregnancy. When you are pregnant your body goes through a variety of changes. These changes tend to disrupt your usual peaceful slumber. Reasons may include:
* Increased size of abdomen
* Back pain
* Heartburn
* Shortness of breath
* Insomnia
What are the best sleep positions?
The best sleep position during pregnancy is "SOS" (sleep on side). Even better is to sleep on your left side. Sleeping on your left side will increase the amount of blood and nutrients that reach the placenta and your baby. Keep your legs and knees bent and a pillow between your legs.
* If you find that you are having problems with back pain, use the "SOS" position and try placing a pillow under your abdomen as well.
* If you are experiencing heartburn during the night, you may want to try propping your upper body with pillows.
* In late pregnancy you may experience shortness of breath; try lying on your side or propped up with pillows.
These suggestions may not sound completely comfortable, especially if you are used to sleeping on your back or stomach, but try them out and you may find that they work. Keep in mind that you may not stay in one position all night and rotating positions is fine.
What positions should I avoid?
Sleeping on your back: This can cause problems with backaches, breathing, digestive system, hemorrhoids, low blood pressure and decrease in circulation to your heart and your baby. This is a result of your abdomen resting on your intestines and major blood vessels (the aorta and vena cava).
Sleeping on your stomach: When you are farther along in your pregnancy, your abdomen undergoes physical changes and makes it more difficult for you to lay on your stomach.
2007-02-27 20:19:58 · answer #4 · answered by Jeremysmom05 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
sleep in whatever position that makes you feel comfortable that was what my doc told me l am 8 months along and my baby is fine,
2007-02-27 21:01:27 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Never heard of such a thing... I slept every-which-way when I was pregnant (and I was enormous), and everything was fine.
2007-02-27 20:21:53 · answer #6 · answered by Lirrain 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes u could smother ur baby but..dont worry if u wake up on ur back..as long as ur not on it continuously
2007-02-27 20:14:14 · answer #7 · answered by Mo DeE 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋