Oh My Aching Back: 4 Steps To Alleviate The Discomforts Of Pregnancy

Your body goes through a lot of changes during pregnancy. If you're pregnant with your first child, you're probably not prepared for all the aches and pains you're going to be experiencing. Once you enter the latter stages of pregnancy, you'll start noticing pains in areas of your body that you've never had problems with before. Here are four simple steps you can take to alleviate the aches and pains of pregnancy. 

Go Outside for a Walk

During pregnancy, your muscles will stretch and pull, especially as your body tries to accommodate your growing baby. You can prevent muscle cramps and help keep yourself limber by heading outside for a walk. You don't even have to go to for long walks to get the full benefit. Just go outside for a short walk at least once a day and your muscles will thank you.

Go for a Dip

In the latter stages of pregnancy, you might be too uncomfortable to get up and exercise. That's where swimming comes in. Taking a dip in the pool can help relieve some of the back and abdominal pressure you experience during pregnancy. Swimming will allow you to get a full aerobic workout without putting any unnecessary strain on your body.

Heat Things Up

During your pregnancy, you may experience low back pain and ligament pain in your lower abdomen.  You can apply heat to alleviate the discomfort. Simply turn a heating pad onto the lowest setting and place it on your back or abdomen for about and relax for about 15-30 minutes. Repeat the application several times a day.

If you don't have access to a heating pad, you can make your own heating pad. All you have to do is fill a sock with uncooked rice and tie it closed at the end. Place the sock in the microwave and heat it on high for about 3 minutes.

Visit Your Chiropractor

As your baby grows, your spine is going to change positions several times. Chiropractic services can help keep your spine in proper alignment, as well as alleviate back pain. Be sure to discuss chiropractic care with your obstetrician before scheduling your appointment.

Pregnancy is an exciting time. It's also a time that brings a lot of aches and pains. To alleviate some of the aches and pains of pregnancy, try the tips that are described above. If you continue to experience discomfort, or the pain becomes worse, be sure to speak to your doctor.

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