Pregnant finding sleep exclusive?
By Tucson Medical Center
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09/17/2019

Try a body pillow
The ever-changing state of your body during pregnancy inevitably makes getting comfortable enough to beat those fits of insomnia feel impossible. Your body is working to create a new life and an important part of that process is rest.
You know that sleeping on your back again will have to wait and the best position for you and your baby is with you on your side, but that doesn’t make it any easier. With a little help from the right pillow, you’ll ease the strain on your body and get a restful night’s sleep.
As with anything, the best option for you won’t necessarily be the best for someone else. There are a variety of options out there to fit your particular needs.
- The pregnancy body pillow
- The u-shaped pregnancy pillow
- The inflatable pregnancy pillow
- The wedge
“Getting enough rest is vitally important for your body and the development of your baby,” said Stacie Wood, clinical educator for Women’s and Children’s Services and Tucson Medical Center.
Now that you know your options, if you’ve got the DIY spirit and the reluctance to spend extra money, get creative! Hop onto Pinterest and get those creative juices flowing. Check out these pins we’ve saved for you on DIY Pregnancy Pillows.