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When to stop sleeping on your back during pregnancy? i'm 20weeks pregnant in 2 days and i'm a back sleeper :( i hate the sides and tummy sleeping :(
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Pregnancy: When you sleep on your back, the increased weight of uterus presses on the major vein. That returns blood from your legs to your heart. By second trimester, and definitely by third trimester, sleep on your side. Get a pregnancy pillow that supports your belly, back and legs. Good luck.
Answered 12/12/2016
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