#AskTheExpert I am 32 week pregnant. I am not able to sleep on left and right side due to back pain.. but whenever I sleep on back get bit relief. request you to suggest what should I do as back sleeping in not good during pregnancy.

1 Answer

ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist3 years ago

A. You can sleep on the back but not more than 15 minutes because the growing uterus will press on the large veins and might cause hypotension and you can use a pregnancy pillow to support while sleeping on your sideWrite Your Answer Here

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