Sleeping position in pregnancy

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I m 24 weeks pregnant and a right side sleeper. Now i have been adviced by gynae to sleep on left and i am trying to do so, but many times i find myself rolled over to right side while sleeping unintentionally. So i want to ask for how much time is it safe to sleep on right side at one go. Means approx time e. g. 30 Mins or 60 mins daily or etc Please answer

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Unintentionally no issues. Sleeping in left position is fine. Kindly consult for further queries.

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Hello.. Left side is preferred but if you roll on to right side... Dont stress yourself. Its okay... You have to be comfortable first.

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