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During pregnancy, is it true that i have to sleep on my left side or the baby will have lack of oxygen and blood flow?
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Sleep : I don't believe that is true. Sleep in a comfortable position.
Answered 10/10/2013
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Left is best: Sleeping in your left side provides your baby with the best blood flow. Sleeping on the right can put pressure in your liver and decrease blood flow. Sleeping on your back causes too much pressure many organs. Try to sleep on your left side.
Answered 10/10/2013
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