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...on their backs can be slightly exertive and tiring.

Can I Sleep on My Stomach During Pregnancy?

"Can I sleep on my stomach during pregnancy?" is a very common question asked by many expectant mothers. The answer to this query is in the affirmative, keeping in mind that you should feel comfortable when doing so. In the initial stages of the pregnancy, sleeping on the stomach will not be much of a problem. As the baby develops and grows inside the womb, the mother's body also changes shape to accommodate the developing child. The beginning of the second trimester may pose some amount of discomfort felt when sleeping on the stomach. There are, however, hollow pillows available in maternity care shopping centers that allow a mother to sleep on her belly while providing support to the rest of the body. The pillow is hollow in the centre to give room for the belly to fall into the hollow space, so that no pressure is exerted on the developing child.

Pregnancy Sleep Positions

The position that you chose to sleep in, during your pregnancy, is not as important as the comfort level experienced with any of these positions. While sleeping on the stomach will cause a little discomfort, sleeping on the back during a pregnancy will tend to cause back aches and inconvenience at getting up to urinate. The best recommended position for sleeping while expecting a child is to lie on the side, particularly the left side, with your knees bent and place a pillow between the legs to elevate the thigh in line with the hip. In the latter stages of the pregnancy, a mother may feel the need to change positions frequently so that she feels comfortable while getting the rest required. Ensure that you have enough pillows and cushioning around you at all times to give support to the body, thereby reducing discomfort and stress from lack of rest. Naps and short spells of sleep taken during the day are another way of getting the rest required during a pregnancy.