Sleep Better During Your Pregnancy with a Maternity Pillow

GuestPoster — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 05:22:32 +0000

If you’ve ever been pregnant, you know that getting a good night of sleep can be tough at times. Just getting comfortable is more of a challenge than most might think, particularly as the baby becomes larger. Fortunately, there is relief available and it’s called a maternity pillow. The maternity pillow is designed specifically to support the ever growing belly of the pregnant woman. Although there are a variety of pillows available, they all serve a similar purpose – to provide needed support that a traditional pillow cannot offer. The unique support provided by these pillows is particularly important as the pregnancy enters the second and third trimester, when the belly becomes its largest.
The reason that pregnancy pillows are so effective is that they allow the pregnant mother to lie on her left side, where blood flow remains unrestricted. In essence, this allows the baby to rest properly without concern for fetal stress. A maternity pillow can be used in the following ways:

• Wedged between the knees to provide support to the lower back while allowing the mother to remain comfortable on her side

• Wedged behind the woman’s back, providing her support as she sleeps on her side

• Underneath the belly where it can provide support from the heavy belly

Like other pillows, pregnancy pillows are available in a variety of different shapes, sizes and materials. Apart from the shape and size of the pillow, you will also need to choose the type of fill, which can include polyester, cotton and even memory foam. Given the state of today’s economy, it’s important to always be conscious of cost. While it may not be possible for you to purchase a pillow strictly to use while pregnant, it might make sense to look for one that can be used during pregnancy and for nursing after the baby is born.

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Sleep Better During Your Pregnancy with a Maternity Pillow