Welcome back to Call the Midwife, a special mini-series from Growing - this mini series is your go-to shortcut to everything you should know about pregnancy.

Whether you’re newly pregnant, in your third trimester, or just planning ahead, this series is here to guide you with warmth, evidence, and real-life insight.

In this episode, we’re talking about something simple but so important: safe sleep during pregnancy. You’ve probably heard that sleeping on your side from 28 weeks is recommended - but do you know why?

We unpack the latest Australian guidelines and evidence, including a key study published in The Lancet, linking side-sleeping from 28 weeks with a significantly reduced risk of stillbirth. Plus, we share practical tips for making side-sleeping easier and more comfortable - hello, Sleepybelly pillow!

✨ This is essential listening for every pregnant woman who wants real, actionable advice backed by science.

• Why side sleeping from 28 weeks matters

• How to get more comfortable (tip: your pillow matters!)

• Tools and tricks for a better night’s sleep in late pregnancy

• How these small changes can make a big impact

• Sleepybelly Pregnancy Pillow – Support your bump, back and hips with Sleepybelly. Enjoy a 30-night risk-free trial and get 10% off with code GROWING10
  

• The Lancet Study on Stillbirth & Sleep Position
  

• Red Nose Australia – Trusted, evidence-based advice on sleep safety for pregnancy and beyond

Huge thanks to our friends at Sleepybelly – the ultimate pregnancy pillow for bump and back support, proudly designed in Australia and loved by thousands of mums.

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