March 2012 Moms
MrsRachelAnn
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*George Julius*
March 6, 2012*
6lbs 15oz - 19.5"*
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What are you doing for lower back pain?
MrsRachelAnn
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I asked for a pre-natal massage for the holidays, but am wondering if any of you ladies have any suggestions in the meantime. My lower back would be achey every once and a while earlier in my pregnancy, but now it's constant and it sucks 
TIA 
*Baby #2*
Due January 25, 2015
March 6, 2012*
6lbs 15oz - 19.5"*
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Re: What are you doing for lower back pain?
I have been stretching in the shower. Hot water running makes it easier since I can't "warm up" the muscles by working out like I'm used to.
Evenings when it is really bad I use a heating pad before bed. We also flipped our mattress yesterday which was AMAZING.
Laying down when I can and using a heating pad.
I had a prenatal massage with my last pregnancy and it made the pain far worse that night and for a couple days afterwards. I guess toxins or something is released from the massage and can cause pain and stiffness, so just beware of that.
Tai chi! I started taking a class at the local community center and its really keeping things looser, and I'm more mindful of my muscles and posture.
About posture: be super careful to keep your butt tucked in when you're standing. It's so easy to let it sway out because of the extra weight in the front. If I tuck in my hiney, it gives me immediate relief. Unless it's really bad- then I hit the heating pad and pout for a bit. Prenatal massage has helped, too.
March 6, 2012*
6lbs 15oz - 19.5"*
What she said! Chiropractors are so awesome and can really help! Plus some of them have the water massage beds so it's a win/win!
When I first found out I was pregnant, I had to discontinue the medications I was on for osteoarthritis in my right hip and back, and the only thing that I could do was PT. Now that I am 28 weeks, everything my therapist taught me has begun helping tremendously! I strengthened my abs, which I know are helping my back, with basic ab exercises (which I still try from time to time, though they're much more difficult now). I also do this one thing that helps a great deal:
On your back (propped up w/ pillows or a wedge) bend your knees up, feet flat on the floor. Drop both knees to one side until you feel a stretch and hold for 30 seconds. Alternate for three to six minutes. The stretch really helps me. Though there is still so much pain, I do really feel a difference!