HomeQuestions & AnswersI am 35 weeks pregnant and I get a lot of pain in my ribs when I sleep on either the right or left side, due to which I have to sleep straight. Is this normal?
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Mom of a 8 m old child9 months ago
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I am 35 weeks pregnant and I get a lot of pain in my ribs when I sleep on either the right or left side, due to which I have to sleep straight. Is this normal?

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ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist9 months ago
A. Yes. Pregnant women tend to have pain in the lower ribs due to the pushing of the uterus. Try using a pregnancy pillow so that you’re not directly sleeping straight and Rather, sleeping at a tilted position to avoid hypotension due to the uterus, pressing on the blood vessels
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