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Is sleeping on my right side harming my unborn baby?

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No: Sleep in any position your body finds relaxing. Your fetus is surrounded by cushioning layers of water/tissue in any sleeping position. The best thing you can do for baby is stay well rested , well nourished & healthy.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/11/2020

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