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Im 18 weeks pregnate, and im sleeping on the floor it temp. until i get a bed will that harm my unborn child im a mother and i just moved into my new place without funiture if i don't have a bed and sleepin on the floor with support under my belly will th

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The : The good news: women have been sleeping on floors for thousands of years. Despite being uncomfortable for you, it should not harm your unborn baby. The bad news: you may be sore in the morning and it's not safe to take Ibuprofen while pregnant - only tylenol (acetaminophen). I hope your bed comes soon!

Answered 4/29/2018

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A member asked:

Im 18 weeks pregnate, and im sleeping on the floor it temp. until i get a bed will that harm my unborn child im a mother and i just moved into my new place without funiture if i don't have a bed and sleepin on the floor with support under my belly will th

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Laura McMullen answered

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