Aches & pains at 29 weeks

[Shortbird76]

Hi there,

I'm 29 weeks and have started to get an aching pelvis at the front

mainly, it really hurts when i try and get out of bed. Is this because babies moving down south??

[first_time_mum]

I am 36 week and I had this kind of pelvic pain staring from 33 weeks. I could not turn from right to left during sleeping. I havent had any midwife appt until now so I am not sure whether the baby is in the birth canal or not. I have a mw appt tomorrow if she can find out the position I will let yo know.

[Shortbird76]

Thanks, I have MW appt on Wednesday so will ask then too and repost xx

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Hi,

This can usually happen quite early especially if you've had a baby before, I also feel pain around the lower part of my pelvic bone muscle area ( at 35+ wks), I believe its all part of the natural process of a growing baby im afraid.

[NanKing]

Yes, I think Abenaa is right - a certain amount of pain there is probably due to the ligaments holding the pelvis softening to allow space for baby to grow and ultimately for birth there is a little space in the bones at the front of the pelvis filled with strong cartilage that gets stretched and can become painful (especially as 1st time mum says when the baby really fills the pelvis). In some women thought things get a bit too flexible and this area is put under extra stress and becomes immensely painful. Women with this problem sometimes experience mobility problems in later pregnancy and need to get diagnosed and get extra help and support so it is worth talking to your midwife about especially if it starts to be painful to move around normally because there are treatments to help (but sadly no cure except having your baby). For everyone it helps to watch how you stretch the area by sitting in positions where you are not too akimbo, using side-lying positions for sex, supporting legs with cushions while sleeping etc. - if you do pregnancy yoga or whatever talk to your teacher about it and they will suggest adjustments to exercises for you. Taking it easy without too much fetching and carrying or bending is probably something we should all be doing but especially important if you are having pelvic pain. Hope that helps. It doesn't always seem to follow that people get it worse in later pregnancies btw - I have a friend who was on crutches with her first and dreaded the second but got away with just occasional niggles.

[DynamiteDi]

I would highly recommend seeking advice and/or treatment from your local reputable! chiropractor/osteopath. It may be a sign of Supra-pubic-dysfunction, or pelvic dysfunction, as the lady above said due to pregnancy hormones beginning to relax your pelvic ligaments getting ready for a great birth!! But you do need to get this diagnosed first by a manual therapist, it can make you feel very vulnerable due to the leg and pelvic muscles working harder/ feeling weaker, very painful and very difficult to find a comfortable sitting/standing/walking position. People dont realise that sitting can be stressful for certain parts of the pelvis (that may already be aggravated). Therefore, seek help now as these hormones are great for you during labour, and your body may just need some help now to prevent you suffering in the lead up. Something like pregnancy aqua aerobics (with absolutley no breast stroke/ screw kicks) as its non-weight bearing may be relieving, but if your pelvis is to aggravated you will need a specific SPD belt . But do seek advice first as its impossible to diagnose over the internet and you will reap the benefits of an examination and specific advice and treatment. Do not buy a support belt without the correct advice as there are so many out there, you want one that works! Best wishes.

[Shortbird76]

Guys thanks for all your advice, much appreciated xx