As an expectant mother, you may be wondering how to get a good night’s sleep. Sleeping on your stomach during pregnancy can become uncomfortable as the baby grows, and pelvic pain can sometimes get in the way of getting restful sleep.
In this blog post, we’ll cover when you should stop sleeping on your stomach while pregnant, tips on using a pregnancy pillow to help with comfort, and advice on how to sleep with pelvic pain during pregnancy.
When should I stop sleeping on my stomach?
Since it is more difficult for expectant mothers to lay comfortably on their stomachs as the pregnancy progresses, many women naturally stop sleeping on their stomach and switch to sleeping on their sides during the second trimester. This is not only more comfortable but it also has been suggested that it increases blood flow to both mother and baby. However, if you are still comfortable sleeping on your stomach up until the third trimester then there’s no need to change your position just yet.
How to use a pregnancy pillow?
A pregnancy pillow is an invaluable tool for helping you get restful sleep during all stages of pregnancy. The design of these pillows allows them to support both your back and belly at once while contouring around the body so that you can find comfort in any position. They are great for propping yourself up into a semi-upright position if heartburn or indigestion is keeping you awake at night or positioning between your legs if sciatic nerve pain is causing discomfort.
Pregnancy pillows come in many shapes and sizes so read reviews and pick one that best suits your needs. Experimenting with different positions throughout the night can help alleviate pressure points and improve circulation while pregnant.
How to sleep with pelvic pain during pregnancy?
So, how to sleep with pelvic pain during pregnancy? As you know, pelvic pain during pregnancy can make it difficult to find a comfortable sleep position but there are some things you can do to help relieve those aches and pains when trying to drift off at night.
It’s important to keep the hips aligned by placing a pillow between them or under one side for support; this will reduce tension in the muscles that connect from lower spine through hip joints which often cause pelvic pain during pregnancy.
Sleeping with extra pillows surrounding you can also help keep hips aligned as well as lifting leg slightly higher than normal when laying down which helps relax muscles around hip bones too! Â
Finally, try using relaxation techniques such as deep breathing exercises or listening to calming music before bedtime so that way body has chance calm down naturally which should help alleviate discomfort associated with pelvic pain while expecting!
Getting enough restful sleep during pregnancy is essential for both mommy-to-be’s health and her growing baby’s development. While it may seem impossible due to all kinds of physical discomforts associated with being pregnant, there are actually some things expectant mothers can do in order increase their chances of getting better quality shut-eye each night like avoiding sleeping on their stomachs after certain point in gestation period, using various types of supportive pillows like maternity ones specifically made for pregnant women’s needs & even employing relaxation techniques like deep breathing exercises before bedtime! With these tips in mind hopefully soon-to-be moms everywhere will be able snooze peacefully & comfortably no matter what stage they’re currently experiencing!