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Uteroplacental blood flow

Blood flow between the uterus and placenta that helps support the pregnancy.

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Sleeping on your side: why it matters

Sleeping on your side: why it matters

Why sleep position changes breathing and comfort Sleep posture affects the mechanics of the upper airway, chest wall, and abdomen. When you lie on your side, the airway is often more stable than in a fully supine position, which is one reason side sleeping may reduce snoring and make breathing feel easier. For people with […]