Most women who experience pregnancy can attest that they experience pelvic pain over the course of growing a child, especially in the third trimester of the pregnancy. Some may feel it earlier, while others may only feel it in labor. A few women never experience this particular type of pain. Women who are pregnant need to learn to differentiate between pelvic pain and pelvic pressure, as one is common and the other can indicate a serious problem.

Key Takeaways:

• Up to 80% of pregnant women experience pelvic pain during their third trimester.
• The gravity of the baby dropping down puts stress on the back muscles, joints, and pelvic region, causing discomfort and pain.
• Sciatica is also common in pregnancy and it’s when the expectant mother experiences pain shooting down her legs.

“Gravity will pull the baby down, and its head will press against your pelvis, hips, and bladder, which will put extra pressure on your aching bones. Moreover, your joints, as well as your pelvic and back muscles, will be under plenty of stress too.”

Read more: https://www.babywearinginternational.org/pregnancy-pelvic-pain/