Sleeping on my back??

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Question: I pulled a muscle in my back from coughing and can't sleep on my left or right side. I got an hour of sleep on the sofa list night but REALLY want to sleep tonight in bed. Is it safe for the baby if I sleep on my back if that's the only position that doesn't hurt? 40 weeks today. Thanks!

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I've read it is not safe to sleep on your back. However if you prop a couple pillows up to where you aren't flat on your back then that's ok. Hope that helps.

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My doctor told me that the mother will feel the discomfort before the baby. I asked the same question, as my back is the most comfortable for me. She said you will feel nauseous and dizzy and lightheaded and you will want to get up immediately. She said you'll feel it before the baby and you'll know to get up or switch positions. I'm only 22 weeks so not near as far along but I've had no issues thus far. Just check with your doc :)

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I always wake up on my back I'm guessing cuz I start to get uncomfortable and just automatically turn to my side.

Sleeping on my back??

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