Women's health1 min
A Pillow Between the Knees in Pregnancy
Sleeping on the side with a pillow between the knees to reduce hip and back strain in pregnancy. A comfort habit; follow your doctor's advice.
Important: this remedy is only a supportive home measure. Keep taking any medicine your doctor has prescribed, monitor your readings, and consult your doctor before adding anything new.
Support for the hips
As pregnancy advances, sleeping can become uncomfortable. Lying on the side with a pillow between the knees keeps the hips and lower back in a more neutral position, which many women find more comfortable.
Use a firm pillow, keep the knees slightly bent and, if it helps, place another pillow behind the back. Your doctor may advise a particular side later in pregnancy. This is a comfort habit and not a medical treatment.
Ingredients
- A firm pillow
- A second pillow for the back
- A bed sheet
How to prepare
- Lie on your side with knees bent.
- Place the pillow between the knees and ankles.
How to use
- Use it for sleep and rest.
- Change sides as advised.
Helpful habits
- A long body pillow can replace two.
- Keep a pillow under the bump if it helps.
Precautions
- Follow your doctor's advice about sleeping side in later pregnancy.
- Persistent back pain needs a check-up.
- A comfort habit, not a treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Which side is best?
- Doctors often suggest the left in later pregnancy.
Is it safe in the first trimester?
- Yes, any comfortable position.
Can I use a pregnancy pillow?
- Yes.
