2nd Trimester

In to much pain to sleep!!

I'm 23 weeks pregnant and I'm suffering with really bad lower back pain and also hip pain. The pain is that bad I wake up with numb hips every hour or and can't get back to sleep because it's to painful :( does anyone have any tips for sleeping I can use??

Re: In to much pain to sleep!!

  • Do you think it's maybe sciatica? If the pain is that bad I would see if a doctor or chiropractor can give you some relief! I'm sorry you're going through this.
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  • I had sciatica issues. Pain in back, down through the bum and leg.  I used a cold compression back wrap.  Mainly through the day as I work at a desk and was in a lot of pain.  The cold will help with the pain and bring down any inflammation that may be building up with all the changes happening.  Worth a look into.  I also used the same one post pregnancy for the swelling "down there" was able to sit on it to provide relief.  It should help you with the night pains, at least some relief .  Also try stretching before bed and massage is always good.
    https://www.kingbrand.com/Back-Ice-Packs-and-wraps.php?REF=34PV4.280
  • I have spinal stenosis, etc..... I wake up in pain several times per night. Sometimes walking helps me and deep breathing. I have in the past slept on pillows to give my back extra support. You may want to try this. I watch relaxation videos on YouTube before bed also. I'm so sorry that you're in pain.
  • Thank you ladies I will try some of these tips. I'm going to go back to my doctor because having to go toward after a sleepless night is becoming impossible :( x
  • I'm in the same boat mine gradually started with just being uncomfortable on Tuesday and now I can't sleep it hurts so much. I'm going the doc on Monday but if it's worse by the end of the day today I'm going into l&d to make sure it's just growing pains.
  • WDDCHWDDCH member
    Pillow between the knees. Go see a chiropractor for adjustment. Sorry you're in pain.
    Pregnancy Ticker
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