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I'm 38 weeks pregnate can i sleep/ lay on my back?

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Dr. Dwain Rickertsen answered

Family practice : You should be able to sleep on your back if you sleep better that way. It shouldn't cause harm to the baby.

Answered 3/19/2018

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A member asked:

I'm 38 weeks pregnate can i sleep/ lay on my back?

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Dr. Dwain Rickertsen answered

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