DID YOU KNOW THAT IT'S NOT SAFE TO SLEEP ON YOUR BACK WHILE PREGNANT?

Well, it's typically safe to sleep on your back during the first trimester. But as your uterus gets heavier from your second trimester and onwards, it becomes unsafe for you and your baby.

The weight of your uterus presses on the major vein that returns blood from your lower body to your heart. Lying on your back for a long period of time could make you feel dizzy and also interfere with the flow of blood and nutrients to the placenta and your developing baby.

It becomes a major problem if you have a condition like high blood pressure or diabetes that affects how much oxygen and nutrients the baby is getting.

Don't be alarmed if you go to sleep on your side and wake up flat on your back. It happens all the time and shouldn't have any serious adverse effect on your baby's health. Just shift your position as soon as you realize it and go back to sleep.

Try to get used to sleeping on your sides, preferably on your right side as this encourages the flow of blood to your baby. A pillow between your legs can also make side sleeping more comfortable.