Sleep Position: Toddler
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Trouble Finding a Comfortable Position to Sleep In!
Asked by R.Y. from Miami
on April 7, 2008
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I usually sleep on my belly and now that my belly popped this position is no longer an option. I have read about those body pillows that help with sleeping on the sid...
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- I too am a belly sleeper. When I had my two daughters body pillows weren't on the market yet. I used a medium firm King size pillow. It worked great! It allowed me...
- body pillows are absolutley amazing! i loved it when i was pregnant. it helped with my back pain. i recomend the ones that bed beth & beyond sell. they are big, soft a...
- I was uncomfortable the last 2months of pregnancy and the body pillow was great!! I suggest trying it. I just told a pregnant colleague the same thing the other day. H...
Baby in Breach Position
Asked by V.M. from Norfolk
on June 11, 2008
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I had an appointment today with my dr and an ultrasound had been scheduled because my son was measuring small. During the ultrasound it was determined he is in the br...
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- Hi V. M. I am a RN in Labor and delivery and just recently gave birth to my first son who was also breech. I can reassure that knowing all that I know didn't make my...
- I had a baby in breech position and used acupuncture to turn him. It worked! There have been some scientific studies that have shown this technique to be effective. So...
- I had a version with my first. It was a very painful, uncomfortable procedure and it didn't even work. They can only try to move the baby for so long before they need ...
I'm 33 Wks Pregnant and Baby in Frank Breech Position.
Asked by A.C. from Los Angeles
on November 23, 2008
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I'm almost 34 wks pregnant and my baby is in the frank breech position. I had my o.b.g.y.n. appointment last week and she did mention if he did'nt turn obviously she w...
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- I haven't read all of your other posts, so I apologize if any of this is repeat. I don't know what "frank breech" is, but I had success in getting my breech baby ...
- Hi A., There is a chiropractor in Long Beach who specializes in pre-natal chiropractic and has had success with babys turning from the breech position. She is...
- You're ONLY 33 weeks. Don't stress. My grandma was born breech. My mom was born breech. I was born frank breech 0 unassisted, nonetheless. My son was breech 20 ho...
Pregnancy Sleep Issues
Asked by A.D. from San Francisco
on January 22, 2009
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I am 4 months pregnant and have been sleeping on my left side for some time now. I am having difficulty remaining in this position due to the pressure on my left hip. ...
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- Hi A., Congratulations on your pregnancy! Sounds like your going to have your hands full:) It's important you take care of youself too. Are you not sleeping be...
- I don't know about the pillows, but you can sleep on your right side too. Actually you can still sleep on your back for about another month if you needed to. It's the ...
- One of the many joys of pregnancy...not being able to find a good sleeping position. To be honest, I had a really tough time getting comfortable on my left or right si...
What Is the Best Body Pillow to Purchase?
Asked by A.T. from Los Angeles
on November 29, 2009
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Hi all,
I am 11 weeks pregnant with my 2nd child and would like to purchase a body pillow. There are so many to choose from, I would like your suggestions on which...
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- Costco has great body pillows - I accidentally left mine at the hospital when my son was born, so we picked up a new one at costco and it is comfortable and soft to sn...
- I use the Boppy pillow for pregnant women. It's a good pillow, but has lost a lot of it's thickness over the months. Perhaps if I wash it it might fluff up again.
- I LOVE the "comfort U" pillow. It is shaped like a giant U so it comforts both your front and back. Do a google search to see pictures and details. You have to order i...
Getting a 13 Month to Sleep All Night
Asked by A.H. from Lynchburg
on July 14, 2009
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Hello moms. Desperately needing advice. My 13 month old still does not sleep through the night. She is still sleeping in our bed and she still nurses once during the d...
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- Hi A.! You definitely need a full night of sleep, and it doesn't sound like you've had one in over a year. My kids are 3-1/2 and 12 months, and we love Healthy Sleep...
- That is definitely comfort nursing! My son did the same thing, only he was only 4 months old at the time. As for the sleeping in a crib and not your bed, at 13 months ...
- I had the same problem, and I tried the crying out and it was always the wrong time, and I was so confused by all the books and advice. We have only just sorted it out...
Ideas on How to Get 15 Month Old to Sleep on Own
Asked by B.F. from Minneapolis
on August 28, 2006
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I am looking for advice on how to get my 15 month old to sleep on her own. We used books and rocking to get her off bottles and now she is attached to them. If anyone ...
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- my daughter was a tough one to get to sleep. usually a warm bath with the lavender baby wash helps and then we turn on a radio ( low volume) in her room tuned to a ja...
- Personally I don't think a baby or child should ever be left to cry themselves to sleep!! My son is 18 months old and still has a hard time going to bed and staying as...
- B., My son was nursed to sleep pretty much until he was 15 months. We had a regular night time routine which included reading, nursing and rocking. I too am pregn...
Six Months Pregnant and Losing Sleep Fast
Asked by S.H. from Boston
on November 25, 2008
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I'm about six months pregnant and I haven't slept through the night in at least a month. Recently it's gotten so bad that I barely feel rested enough to drag myself o...
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- I had terrible restless leg syndrome when I was pregnant with both my kids, so I totally empathize. The good news is that it goes away when you have the baby. The ba...
- One thing you might try is to get some mild exercise during the day, especially early or midday. Walking especially, but also light weight lifting, swimming, stretchi...
- My DH and I took Hypnobirthing classes to prepare for childbirth, and the relaxation exercises that they taught put me to sleep every night for the last few months. I ...
I Need More Sleep
Asked by A.L. from Sacramento
on June 23, 2008
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i am 39 weeks prego and have been waking about the same time every day but i keep going to bed later and later the babys room is ready i cant fix it any more then it a...
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- At 39 weeks pregnant, very few of us are able to sleep - your situation is not unique or unusual. When you are that big, even if you haven't gained anything but baby w...
- You probably won't have a hard time sleeping AFTER the baby's born -- if the baby will let you. Good luck!
- A., I am guilty of the same kind of behavior! If you lay down and read for a while, that might help. Grab a book or magazine and force yourself to rest. Before y...
7 Months Pregnant. How Can I Sleep!?!
Asked by L.A. from Nashville
on February 19, 2008
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I am 7 months pregnant and am having a lot of trouble sleeping. I still go to work in the morning so it is very important i get at least 5 hours of sleep. I told my do...
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- My first time I could not sleep at all. Until I started taking Bendyral (spelling) before bedtime. My second time was better until the end and I had to do the same. ...
- Benedryl will help and won't hurt your baby. I took it when I was pregnant with my son who is now 4 months. Good luck and congratulations!!
- I am 9 months pregnant and am also have lots of trouble sleeping. I find opening the window and letting in the cool fresh air in is helpful, however I think my hubby ...
