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What is pelvic rest: specifically?

Tara415Tara415 member
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My OB told me I was on pelvic rest today after a U/s dx of low lying placenta (no bleeding or other issues). He said no sex, which is fine, but then I googled it and saw that typically pelvic rest is a whole list of NoNo's, which he did not mention. I have a 25lb 20-month-old, who I try not to pick up too much, but obviously this is hard. I'm going to call the OB monday for more clarification after what I've read, but what specific stuff is usually included in pelvic rest restrictions? TIA!   
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Re: What is pelvic rest: specifically?

  • CNYBride05CNYBride05 member
    Nothing in the vagina.  No orgasms.  No heavy lifting (usually 10lb limit).  Generally limited or no exercise.  Your doc should have given you more specific instructions :(. Good luck!
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  • PrimRoseMamaPrimRoseMama member
    Its whatever your doctor told you specifically it is...

    but generally: Pelvic rest is a term that doctors use when a woman is not to be having sex. It is generally used when a woman is pregnant and the doctor does not feel that sex is safe for the baby.


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  • Goth7AngelGoth7Angel
    All depends on the risks your doctor feels are associated.  Since yours is low lying and not actually directly on the cervix, it may only mean no sex for you.  Mine is actually covering so my doctor said no heavy lifting, no strenuous exercise, and nothing in the vag.  I wasn't told anything about no orgasms, though I can see why that might be considered if it's a really bad case...I would probably go insane not being allowed to at least do that for myself once in awhile!
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  • kimbo1216kimbo1216 member
    I was told no intercourse or penetration if any kind. And no aerobics.

    I still pick up my 2 year old though. She's about 26 or 27 pounds.
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  • Chargersgrl33Chargersgrl33 member

    Exactly what the other girls said, no sex, no strenuous lifting (like a toddler), no orgasm.  

    My DH won't even let me take out the trash. 

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  • queenmomtominesqueenmomtomines
    It means nothing in the vagina (no sex, douching, tampons), no orgasms, and take it easy. I wouldn't worry about not lifting your toddler, avoid other heavy lifting though.
    11/2010 delivered DD age 2 now, miscarriage 2/2012, current due date 10/30/13!
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