I usually sleep on my back, but I've heard conflicting advice about sleeping straight during pregnancy. Is it generally okay to sleep on your back, or should I try to avoid it?
When I was at my maternal home, my mother made sure I slept on my left side from the second trimester. She used to put pillows around me to keep me comfortable.
Sleeping straight with twins was biologically impossible for me, I felt like a flipped turtle! Side sleeping with a giant pregnancy pillow is the only way to survive.
In early months, it is fine, but as your belly grows, sleeping on your side is much safer. I know how hard it is to change your sleeping habit, but you are doing it for your baby.
In the first trimester, you can sleep on your back, but later on, doctors advise sleeping on your left side to improve blood flow to the baby. It is best to follow your gynac's specific instructions.
It is fine to sleep straight in the beginning. Later, try using a pillow between your knees while sleeping on your side, it really helps support your back.
Sleep comfortably in early days, but later try to sleep on your side to keep the baby safe. Stay positive and pray before sleeping, it really helps the mind.
