Tuesday, May 4, 2010

As I have begun to get bigger I have started to feel more aches and pains that everyone hears about during pregnancy.  At 20 weeks I was advised to avoid sleeping on my back.  Sleeping on your back after 20 weeks can cause restricted blood flow to the baby, increase dizziness, increase my chance of hemorrhoids, and add pressure on veins and the spine.  I was quite paranoid about this as I would fall asleep on my side then wake up on my back.  I decided to put my worries to rest; I created a 'ramp' on the bed.  This way I don't have to wake up more than necessary just to see if I had rolled over.  After a few blankets and pillows I have successfully eased my mind and my body.  I have a pillow for my knees, a blanket for lumbar support and the rest to prop up my back and head. 
Even though this may seem like a simple feat, I am very excited to crawl into bed each night knowing I will be nice and comfy!

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