Curling into a ball on your side feels so natural, especially when you’re tired. But here’s the kicker: if you curl up too tightly, you’re crunching your abdominal muscles and putting strain on your incision.
The classic fetal position—where your knees are pulled up to your chest—can actually pull the wound open or cause sharp zings of pain. It’s like folding a still-wet piece of paper; it’s not going to keep its shape.
The fix? Sleep on your side, but with your knees slightly bent and a pillow between them. This aligns your hips and keeps your belly from twisting. It’s the comfy cousin of the fetal position.
