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Sleep & rest · Transition

Practise going to sleep on your side

Usually weeks 20–28

What it is

Start now so it's automatic by 28 weeks, when side-sleeping matters. A pillow behind the back and one between the knees; either side is fine.

Sources

• Going to sleep on your side from 28 weeks — Tommy's / RCOG (MiNESS and Sydney studies) · checked 02-09-2026

Last reviewed 01-09-2026 · Confidence: high

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