Please help me sleep!!

nataliemorine

I know they say that sleeping on your side is best after the first trimester, however, I have extremely bad sciatica that only acts up when I lay on my side!! This obviously makes sleeping almost impossible, because every time I move I am woken up by terrible pain. The only way this doesn't effect me is it I lay on my back. I need any suggestions I can get, I'm desperate!!

ashton2190

Have you tried talking to your doctor? They might have some suggestions since they deal with this all the time

ecwk

Definitely ask your doctor. Have you tried using pillows to support your back or your bump or in between your legs? You could also try strengthening exercises, I did a quick google and there are lots of results out there. Hope you get some relief!!

thegingeravenger

I'm 30 weeks and still wind up (unintentionally) sleeping on my back most nights. Talk to your OB, it may not be as big of a deal as you think. 

nataliemorine

Yes, I talked with my Dr and all he said was Tylenol and a warm compress. I have a body pillow but not one supporting my back. Good suggestions ladies, thank you!!!