Is it really that bad to lay on your back?

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I'm 15 weeks and 6 days and I've read it's really bad to lay on your back even this early along. Is that true? My hips and back have been killing me and the only way to get relief is to lay on my back. :(

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I lay on my back I'm almost in the 3rd trimester but I just can't for long because I can't breath lol. And it's just because you don't get enough oxygen and blood flow. Also lots of pressure on your back.

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Throughout my pregnancy, I've heard it's OK as long as you are comfortable while laying on your back. I'm 27 weeks now and sometimes I can't get comfy on my sides but if I elevate my legs and torso just a little, I am very comfortable on my back.

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I am 33 1/2 weeks and finding it hard to sleep, I use 4 pillows to prop myself up in the bed so I am elevated. It's recommended to lie on your left side but it's too sore for me. 
It's not safe to sleep on your back for the mother as it crushes your lungs/hard to breathe.

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My in-home nurse very strongly encouraged me only to lay on my left side, no matter how uncomfortable I was because there's a drastic difference in blood flow to the baby. However, if you're just laying like that for a few minutes and then switching to your side, I can't imagine it would be the end of the world.

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From my understanding, you'll get uncomfortable and move before any damage happens. I used to wake up on my back and freak out until someone told me that.

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I'm 18 weeks and sometimes end up on my back. I have a cold or getting over one so its the most comfortable for me to breath. I couldn't lay on my back with my son. I was wondering the same thing - when is it best to avoid sleeping on your back? I had my son 2 years ago and have forgotten 😕

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As long as you don't when your second trimester starts it's ok to.

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I sleep on my left side but forever lying on my back whether it's the couch/bed I agree, back pain is very uncomfortable

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I feel the same way I toss and turn all night

Is it really that bad to lay on your back?

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