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Health Tip: Sleep Positions While You're Pregnant

Posted on 08/15/2008, 09:00
By -- Diana Kohnle

Suggestions for more comfortable rest

(HealthDay News) -- As your pregnancy progresses, sleeping may become a little more uncomfortable each month.

The American Pregnancy Association offers these suggestions to help you sleep more comfortably during pregnancy:

Try sleeping on your side -- particularly your left side, if it's comfortable. Bend your knees, and place a pillow between your knees.
Also try a pillow under your belly, for support.
If heartburn bothers you, prop up your upper body with pillows.
If you feel short of breath, lie on your side or propped up with pillows.
You should avoid sleeping on your back and on your stomach during pregnancy.

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