Why Sleeping
on the back and tummy is a NO..
As your belly expands, sleeping on your
expanded belly not only becomes impossible;
it is also uncomfortable (don't worry your
baby won't get squashed inside should you
sleep on your belly)
The back position causes the entire weight
of your pregnant uterus to rest on your
back, intestines and the two major blood
vessels. A fair share of complications may
result in the mother because of this.
Backaches and hemorrhoids worsen, digestion
becomes less efficient, breathing becomes
difficult and low blood pressure may occur
If you rest on your back the large vein
or vena cava which transports blood from
the lower body to the heart will be affected.
When resting on your back even for a short
while, prop up your upper body with pillows
to reduce the pressure on the vena cava.
This is essential as any interference with
blood supply to the placenta means nutrients
and oxygen supply to the fetus will be affected
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