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2022-11-15 05:59:35
Hello, I am 20 weeks pregnant and have read some where that sleeping on side should be opted during pregnancy. I am not comfortable either left side or right side. I only prefer sleeping on my back. Please advise what can be done
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Answered2022-11-15 07:21:22

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After six months try lateral position, Otherwise ok

Answered2022-11-15 07:07:39

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That's fine, u may sleep on ur back

Answered2022-11-15 06:52:22

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This advice is relevant when you are more than six months pregnant. At 20 weeks it makes no difference in whatever position you sleep.

Answered2022-11-15 06:19:47

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That's ok Sleep the way u want Sleeping on left side increases blood flow the the baby thereby helps in weight gain fr the baby

Answered2022-11-15 06:09:20

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You should sleep on side only

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Now u can sleep on back After 28 wks, u should sleep on left side

Answered2022-11-16 13:09:39

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You may sleep on your back

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You can lie on your back but lateral  position is beneficial after 6 months.

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Its okay, but sleeping for prolonged time in one position will be difficult

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