So my dh and I just finished our prenatal classes. And the lady who taught it was a labor and delivery nurse. She gave us a lot of tips to help cope with labor. But the best thing she told us we to make "rice socks". Take 3 old socks and fill them with 1-2 cups of rice depending on size of socks. Then put 2 in the freezer and keep one to heat in the microwave. So I came home and made one. I heated it up in the microwave for 45 sec and then mix it around and put it on your back or hip or wherever you hurt. It is WONDERFUL. I heat it up right before bed and put it on my back while I am falling asleep and it helps so much. And it is safe because you dont have anything plugged in while you are sleeping, and it molds nicely to your body. I havent tried to put them in the freezer and use it as a cold pack yet. Just thought I would share that awesome tip.

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