is it ok to lay on your stomach first trimester?
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Laying on your stomach, particularly in the early days of pregnancy is unlikely to do your unborn baby any harm. Midwife and Philips Avent Ambassador, Liz Wilkes says, “In early pregnancy, until you have a sizeable bump, lying on your stomach is both safe and generally comfortable.”
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Research has shown that in the third trimester (after 28 weeks of pregnancy) going to sleep on your back increases your risk of stillbirth. As the link has now been shown in four separate research trials, our advice is to go to sleep on your side in the third trimester because it is safer for your baby.
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Although it is not advisable to travel by plane during the first trimester of pregnancy, note that you may suffer from the pains typical of the first few months of pregnancy under zero gravity. Travel becomes much more comfortable from the second trimester onwards. This period is best for long-haul flights.
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Sleeping on your stomach is fine in early pregnancy—but sooner or later you'll have to turn over. Generally, sleeping on your stomach is OK until the belly is growing, which is between 16 and 18 weeks.
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If you normally sleep on your back, it's safe to continue doing so during the first trimester. But as your womb (uterus) gets heavier in the second trimester, it's best to lie on your side. By the third trimester, sleeping on your back more than doubles your risk of stillbirth (though the risk is still low).
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Experts recommend lying on your left side. It improves circulation, giving nutrient-packed blood an easier route from your heart to the placenta to nourish your baby. Lying on the left side also keeps your expanding body weight from pushing down too hard on your liver.
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Your stomach may feel tight in your first trimester as your uterus stretches and grows to accommodate your growing fetus. Other sensations you may experience include sharp, shooting pains on the sides of your abdomen as your muscles stretch and lengthen.
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The best way to sleep during the second half of pregnancy is on your side. Some doctors recommend the left side over the right because the vena cava is located to right of your spine, so sleeping on your left side allows blood to flow more freely to your baby.
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With your practitioner's okay, it's safe to exercise your abs throughout your entire pregnancy with the proper modifications. In fact, strengthening your abs when you're expecting supports your pelvic organs as your baby bump gets bigger.
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Prone Positioning Restrictions: While stomach sleeping may be a safe, comfortable resting position for the early pregnant woman, the pressure necessary for massage in this position creates an unreliably safe situation.
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The first trimester, which is generally considered the time between conception and 13 weeks, is essentially a safe time to sleep however you wish. Various sources have said that it's even fine to sleep on your stomach, as a significant bump won't start showing until the second trimester.
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Experts recommend lying on your left side. It improves circulation, giving nutrient-packed blood an easier route from your heart to the placenta to nourish your baby. Lying on the left side also keeps your expanding body weight from pushing down too hard on your liver. While either side is okay, left is best.
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This typically occurs at the beginning of the second trimester but some women can exercise during their first trimester or not start until the third trimester. My advice, if it feels good to exercise during your first trimester, is to take it easy, don't push yourself, and consult with your doctor or midwife.
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Bottom line: It's still safest to lay baby down on their back for nap time and bedtime. Putting your little one to bed on their stomach isn't safe at any time in the first year of life — and placing them in a side-sleeping position is unfortunately a quick way to get to the stomach.
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Most pregnant women find that before too long they are simply unable to physically lay on their stomach before the discomfort renders them unable. “Once you have a bump it is impractical but not dangerous,” says Liz. “Some women will use various bolsters to lie on their stomach and this is perfectly safe.”
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Benefits of Doing Sit-ups during the First Trimester of Pregnancy. Crunches make your abs stronger, that is they improve the elasticity and hardness of your rectus abdominis muscles. It leads to a stronger core, which improves your overall strength.
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After you've reached the end of your first trimester, you'll want to avoid doing any exercises (like crunches) while lying face-up on your back. At this point, your enlarged uterus could potentially compress the vena cava, the vein that carries blood to your heart — which can be dangerous for you and your baby.