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Can you explain if it's weird i sleep with a pillows between my legs?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Comfort: If you are more comfortable sleeping this way - there is nothing weird about it. It is a common practice.

Dr Anyanwu and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/17/2015

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