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Sometimes i wake up at night because i feel i am almost sleeping on my belly, like on a half belly, i am scared can it harm baby? 36weks pregnant

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Highly unlikely: The baby is well protected inside the uterus.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/25/2023

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