Nearly every pregnant woman suffers back pain during pregnancy. Some may feel it earlier while some experience it when they get heavier. Some go through pain after excessive exercise or some form of physical activity that involves bending, lifting or standing for long. Some women need to take special care when getting out of bed or getting up from a sitting position. In severe situations some women cannot even manage walking. A change in joint mobility may contribute to the change in your posture and may cause discomfort in the lower back. This is especially true in the later part of pregnancy. Your growing uterus moves your centre of gravity forward over your legs which can affect the joints around the pelvis. All your joints are looser. Hormones are another reason. However discomfort may be due to more serious problems such as pyelonephritis or a kidney stone. Check with your doctor if your back pain is too severe. The following tips may help and try them early in your pregnancy.



• Watch your diet and weight gain




• Continue walking within guidelines




• Get in the habit of sleeping on your side




• Find time to get off your feet and rest on your sides for 30 minutes




• Take a nap when your other children are napping




• Use heat on the area causing you pain




• Use a pain killer recommended by your doctor




• If pain is unbearable consult your doctor




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