Patient's question:
I am currently 165 days pregnant, and the baby has been moving mostly on the left side of my abdomen, seemingly never moving on the right. Is this normal?Additionally, whenever I sleep on my left side, the baby keeps moving around, but when I switch to my right side, he stops moving as actively. Is it possible that sleeping on my left side is pressing on the baby? What sleeping position is best for this situation?
Follow-up question to the first issue: Why does the baby keep moving on the left side? I'm quite puzzled. Is this normal?
I've seen in some materials that the best sleeping position for pregnant women should be on the left...
Doctor's answer:
Mid-pregnancy (4-7 months), during this period, it is important to protect the abdomen and avoid direct external force. If the pregnant woman has excessive amniotic fluid or is carrying twins, a side-lying position should be adopted, which can make the pregnant woman more comfortable, as other sleeping positions may cause compression symptoms. If the pregnant woman feels leg heaviness, an supine position can be adopted, with soft pillows slightly elevating the legs.Late pregnancy (8-10 months), the position during this period is particularly important. The pregnant woman's sleeping position is crucial for both her own safety and the well-being of the fetus. The left lateral position is recommended. This position can correct the right rotation of the enlarged uterus, reduce the pressure on the abdominal aorta and iliac arteries, improve blood circulation, increase blood supply to the fetus, and promote fetal growth and development.