With the arrival of the era of the second child, there are more and more expectant mothers. Although it is happy to become an expectant mother, pregnancy is really inconvenient. It is not comfortable to sleep with a big belly. But do you know that the sleeping position of pregnant women is related to the health of the fetus! So how should pregnant women sleep for the best of the baby?
With the growth of the uterus and fetus, the sleeping position of pregnant women in the late pregnancy becomes more and more important, especially in the late pregnancy, that is, after 7 months of pregnancy, the improper sleeping position of pregnant women will not only affect the position of the uterus, but also increase the pressure of the pregnant uterus on the surrounding tissues and organs, affecting the blood flow of the uterus and placenta. The adequate blood flow of the placenta is crucial for the growth and development of the fetus.
In fact, let me tell you: the left side lying position is the best sleeping position for pregnant women during pregnancy.
What are the benefits of left side lying for pregnant women and babies?
1. Provides nutrients to the fetus
It can reduce the compression of the enlarged pregnant uterus on the maternal aorta and iliac artery, maintain the normal blood flow of the uterine artery, ensure the blood supply to the placenta, and provide the nutrients needed for the growth and development of the fetus.
2. Diuresis
In the later stages of pregnancy, the feet and legs of pregnant women are prone to swelling. Adopting the left side lying position can alleviate the condition of "edema". Elevating the legs appropriately can help relieve symptoms of edema.
3. Accelerate the blood flow of the uterus and placenta
Adopting the left side lying position can avoid fetal hypoxia. Left side lying does not exert too much pressure on the heart and does not affect blood supply to the body due to compression.
4. Can correct the degree of right rotation of the enlarged uterus and correct abnormal fetal position.
Incorrect sleeping positions
1. Sleeping on the stomach can cause ureteral dilation. When women sleep on their stomachs during pregnancy, it can cause problems in the body. Because during pregnancy, the uterus will rotate slightly to the right. If you sleep on your stomach, it will compress the ureter and cause ureteral dilation, which can lead to frequent urination and urinary pain.
2. Sleeping on the back can affect blood circulation. Most people are used to sleeping on their backs. If women sleep on their backs after pregnancy, the enlarged uterus will compress the inferior vena cava in front of the spine, reducing blood flow to the heart, which may cause fetal hypoxia; the enlarged uterus may also compress the abdominal aorta, causing uterine ischemia.
Reminder for expectant mothers: the best sleeping position for pregnant women is to lie on the left side, which can guarantee sufficient sleep for pregnant women at night and has great benefits for the development of the baby.
