How are you supposed to sleep while pregnant?

Actually yaar, sleeping on the back is a big no after the second trimester because it presses on the main blood vessels. I used a C-shaped pregnancy pillow and it was a total lifesaver. You should definitely get one!

Oh sweetie, don't stress too much if you accidentally roll onto your back in the middle of the night! Your body will naturally wake you up if it gets uncomfortable. Just try to start on your left side and use lots of comfy cushions.

Look, simply sleep on your left side (SOS position) as much as possible. It is best for the baby's nutrition and keeps your kidney function smooth. If your legs swell or hurt, just tuck a normal pillow between your knees and rest.

Honestly, sleeping during my third trimester felt like trying to balance a giant watermelon while lying down. I survived by building a literal fortress of 6 pillows around me. Just sleep whichever way doesn't make you gasp for air!

My pregnancy tracker app kept reminding me that sleeping on the left side maximizes oxygen and nutrient delivery to the placenta. Keeping your knees slightly bent with a sleep wedge pillow is scientifically proven to reduce maternal heart strain too.

In our family, elders always say to sleep on the left side and keep a folded cotton sheet under the lower back for support. It helps with the backache and you will sleep very comfortably. May God bless you and the little baby.