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just wondering

Im 13w6 and I was wondering if it's safe to sleep on your back
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My doctor told me they Prefered if I slept on a side rather than my back because it can cut off circulation and blood flow to baby and possibly pinch nerves in your back
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Yes, it is safe.
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I'm 19 weeks and I sleep on my back now and then.. I'm sure it's ok.. the midwife n doctor would tell u not to do it if it was dangerous.  
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