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I'm 16 weeks pregnant. when i wake up on my back im comfortable. when i stand up i feel a little dizzy. can sleeping on your back cause a miscarriage?

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

If no cramping,: probably not miscarrying, if cramping and bleeding, that would concerning. Unlikely to miscarry from sleeping on your back.

Answered 5/26/2020

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A member asked:

I'm 16 weeks pregnant. when i wake up on my back im comfortable. when i stand up i feel a little dizzy. can sleeping on your back cause a miscarriage?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

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