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Hello, i m six months pregnant. I feel comfortable sleeping in straight position.
Can i sleep in straight posture or side position is good?
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it might be comfortable right now but sooner its gonna cause suffocation so kindly prefer left lateral position for better blood supply to baby to grow
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Dr. Shubhada Kulkarni
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46 yrs exp
Mumbai
Now after 6 months, it is better for baby to sleep on any sides. Baby gets more blood supply in that position, as big vessels are compressed in supine position due to baby’s weight.
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Dr. Bijeta Singh
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9 yrs exp
Ranchi
Sleeping in left lateral position is better during pregnancy as it increases placental circulation
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