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MrsDeVito
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Member since 7/09 4671 total posts
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Christina
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Sleeping on my stomach
Is there a point I need to stop or is it just a matter of eventually it won't be comfortable anymore?
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Posted 11/14/11 10:24 PM  |
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cds58019
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Candice
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Re: Sleeping on my stomach
I was told that as long as it's still comfortable then it's fine. WHen the time comes that I shouldn't anymore your body will let you know.
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| Posted 11/14/11 10:27 PM |
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bettybcafe
Big brother in the making
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M
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Re: Sleeping on my stomach
I think its just a matter of when you dont feel comfortable anymore. I know laying on your back is a no no.
ETA: I meant to say laying on your back is a no no 
Message edited 11/14/2011 10:57:02 PM.
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| Posted 11/14/11 10:38 PM |
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wingsofsong
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Re: Sleeping on my stomach
Posted by bettybcafe
I think its just a matter of when you dont feel comfortable anymore. I know laying on your side is a no no.
Agreed that you are fine on your stomach until it gets uncomfortable for you. But not sure where you heard that laying on your side is not ok. Laying on your side (particularly the left) is the best position during pregnancy. Laying on your back is a big no no, and obviously stomach is only comfortable for so long. Left side provides the best blood flow for mom and baby, which is why it is the most recommended during pregnancy. Right side is safe too though.
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| Posted 11/14/11 10:45 PM |
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bettybcafe
Big brother in the making
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M
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Re: Sleeping on my stomach
Posted by wingsofsong
Posted by bettybcafe
I think its just a matter of when you dont feel comfortable anymore. I know laying on your side is a no no.
Agreed that you are fine on your stomach until it gets uncomfortable for you. But not sure where you heard that laying on your side is not ok. Laying on your side (particularly the left) is the best position during pregnancy. Laying on your back is a big no no, and obviously stomach is only comfortable for so long. Left side provides the best blood flow for mom and baby, which is why it is the most recommended during pregnancy. Right side is safe too though.
Opps, my bad. I meant to say laying on your back is a big no no. Thanks for pointing that out
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| Posted 11/14/11 10:57 PM |
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Re: Sleeping on my stomach
Why is ur back a no no?
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| Posted 11/14/11 11:20 PM |
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wingsofsong
My 3 little loves <3<3<3
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Re: Sleeping on my stomach
Posted by bettybcafe
Posted by wingsofsong
Posted by bettybcafe
I think its just a matter of when you dont feel comfortable anymore. I know laying on your side is a no no.
Agreed that you are fine on your stomach until it gets uncomfortable for you. But not sure where you heard that laying on your side is not ok. Laying on your side (particularly the left) is the best position during pregnancy. Laying on your back is a big no no, and obviously stomach is only comfortable for so long. Left side provides the best blood flow for mom and baby, which is why it is the most recommended during pregnancy. Right side is safe too though.
Opps, my bad. I meant to say laying on your back is a big no no. Thanks for pointing that out
 After I wrote out my response, I actually had the thought that yours was probably just a typo 
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| Posted 11/14/11 11:25 PM |
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wingsofsong
My 3 little loves <3<3<3
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Re: Sleeping on my stomach
Posted by Babyontheway12
Why is ur back a no no?
Because the weight of your uterus can decrease blood flow to your baby. This is from babycenter.com on sleeping positions during pregnancy:
Sleeping on your side is best while you're pregnant. In particular, sleeping on your left side may benefit your baby by improving blood flow – and therefore nutrients – to the placenta. It also helps your kidneys efficiently eliminate waste products and fluids from your body, which in turn reduces swelling in your ankles, feet, and hands.
It's a good idea to start training yourself early in pregnancy to sleep on your left side whenever you can. Of course, staying in one position all night isn't likely to be comfortable, so turning from side to side while favoring your left side is probably the best strategy.
As for sleeping on your back, avoid that position throughout pregnancy, especially in the later months. Here's why:
When you're sleeping on your back, the weight of your uterus lies on the spine, back muscles, intestines, and major blood vessels. This can lead to muscle aches and pains, hemorrhoids, and impaired circulation, which is uncomfortable for you and can reduce circulation to your baby.
Back sleeping can make blood pressure drop, causing some expectant moms to experience dizziness. On the other hand, in some moms-to-be it can make blood pressure go up.
Finally, back sleeping can cause snoring and, with increased weight, could lead to sleep apnea.
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| Posted 11/14/11 11:26 PM |
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TryingSoHard
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Re: Sleeping on my stomach
I sleep on my stomache still and I am 33 weeks (tomorrow) My OB said it's fine as long as I am comfortable. He said that if you are on your belly but kind of, even if a little bit, are on your side its perfectly fine.
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| Posted 11/15/11 12:35 PM |
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MrsSx2
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Valerie
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Re: Sleeping on my stomach
I heard that as long as you're comfortable, you can continue to sleep on your stomach. For me, it started getting uncomfortable at week 14. Ugh, I miss it!
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| Posted 11/15/11 1:28 PM |
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WenRC
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Re: Sleeping on my stomach
Im 29 wks. For a few weeks now, baby fights me when i lay on my stomach.
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| Posted 11/15/11 1:33 PM |
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