Foetus - Sleeping Position

Foetus Those of you who curl up in the foetus position are described as tortoise - tough on the outside but sensitive at heart. If you meet them for the first time you might think that they are very shy, but soon they relax and start to show their character. So be patient with the person sleeping in this position next to you. Don’t jump into conclusions – wait and see what is inside the shell. This is the most common sleeping position, adopted by 41% of the 1,000 people who took part in the survey. More than twice as many women as men tend to adopt this position.

Health related info:

This is one of the healthiest positions, according to the experts. This position allows air to pass freely through the body’s passages. It also deters stomach reflux, where digestive acid travels back from the stomach causing a burning pain – a serious and common problem for those who sleep on their back. It is important to remember not to put weight on your arms, as this will cause pins and needles; instead try crossing them in a brace position.