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Is it safe to sleep on your back while 32 weeks pregnant as sleeping on the side is uncomfortable and tiring?
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Yes: You need sleep & can do so in any way that your body feels comfortable.
Answered 4/13/2020
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32 weeks: 26yo at 32 weeks gestation with question of the best side to sleep. The large vessel vena cave is located on the right side and is used for returning blood to the heart. As the pregnancy increases in size,sleeping on the right side puts undue pressure on this vessel. It is good to rotate on all sides with less time on the right side. Good luck.
Answered 4/20/2020
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