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writes:i am 39 weeks pregnant. can how i sit affect my unborn baby? i also sleep on my sides and sometimes it seems as if he is on the side that i'm sleeping on am i hurting him? Thanks a lot for your answers. Reply to this Question
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reader, anonymous, writes (19 May 2011): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionthank you all i appreciate it so very much
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reader, aunt honesty  +, writes (18 May 2011):
 Hi well sitting with your back straight is always the best way. Not that it will harm your baby if you slouch but it can be really bad for your back and posture so always try and sit straight, for your own sake, especially now your body is carrying extra weight around with it.
As for sleeping at night, well you only have one more week to go and I can imagine that it will get quite uncomfortable at night. No you cant harm your baby by lying on your side. Just lye which ever way makes you feel comfortable. Dont worry your baby is well protected in the womb.
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reader, WeCanDoIt  +, writes (18 May 2011):
 Oh just to add, you could always contact your health adviser, doctor or midwife. Xxx
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reader, So_Very_Confused  +, writes (18 May 2011):
 at this point just try to be as comfortable as you can
on your side is fine... use pillows between your knees behind your back and under your belly for support
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reader, WeCanDoIt +, writes (18 May 2011):
I am unsure to whether sitting can have an effect on your baby, however I have done vast amounts of research on what/how you can affect your baby, I never found any advice for sitting, or problems certain ways can cause.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 remove waste products and fluids from your body, which therefore reduces swelling in your ankles, feet, and hands. However sleeping on one side the whole of the night can be uncomfortable, so switch sides - just prefer the left. 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. This is where you may have involuntary breathing pauses during sleep, or snorts. This can cause you to feel tired in the morning. Hope this helps and sorry I couldn't answer your first question. Xxx
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