The best positions to sleep in pregnancy without risk
Nausea, heartburn, anxiety and the urge to go to the bathroom all the time are just some of the pregnancy symptoms that can make life impossible when it comes to rest.
The nights go on forever and, for sure, during the last phase you will notice it even more because of the size of your belly.
How should a pregnant woman sleep? Ideally, you should choose the posture in which you feel best, but it is true that there are some that are more suitable than others. Here we tell you which are the best positions to go to bed when you are pregnant.
Before proceeding with the reading, discover all the things not to do during pregnancy in the video below.
Lying on the left side
During pregnancy, experts recommend sleeping on the left side because this position helps blood and nutrients flow to the uterus and baby. Also, with this position your kidney will be able to eliminate waste and fluids more easily. It is also the best position because it helps you sleep better.
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On the side with a pillow between the legs
In this way you will keep the spine straight and avoid putting the weight of one leg on the other. You can also use long pillows that allow you to support the belly, which will give you more confidence.
Taking a nursing pillow will not only help you sleep better during pregnancy, it will also help you adopt a comfortable position when breastfeeding your baby.
With your feet up
One of the most uncomfortable problems of pregnancy are calf cramps. If you suffer from poor circulation, swollen ankles or legs, and the sensation of feeling like a balloon, you can try sleeping with your legs up (supported by pillows). It will help the circulation to flow and prevent varicose veins, stings and cramps.
On the shoulders
It is one of the least recommended positions including the prone position with the stomach down. In this case, sleeping on the back can cause poor circulation because all the weight of the uterus, intestines and inferior vena cava is placed on the back, which can also affect digestion.
Semi-sitting position
In case of stomach pain, gastrointestinal reflux or food that is not digested well, one of the recommended postures is to sit halfway with the help of pillows or support pillows. The goal is always to be comfortable. . A reading pillow can be your perfect ally to adopt this position when you sleep.
Have you taken notes? Choose the position that best suits your needs and that you feel most comfortable with. We wish you to rest and enjoy your pregnancy, it is a stage that you will always remember.
