12-11-2007, 12:54 PM
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SKLoyal
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Joined on: Apr 2007
Location: Southern Ontario
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Re: Pelvic pain
I've been getting it for awhile now. It's mainly my pubic bone that hurts the most. Generally when I get up from the couch, or out of bed, and especially when I'm trying to put my pants or socks (okay, I just spelled that rosck) on.
Here's what the 3D Pregnancy Calendar has to say about the pelvic area and some helpful exercises :
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Do you have a tendency to wobble? Frequently that is a sign of weak abdomen- and pelvic floor muscles. Try to lift one leg: if you are only using your leg muscles and not your abdomen and buttock muscles then you will have a tendency to swing your hips. As a result, you receive more pull on your ligaments and joints than necessary. Because of your altered hormone levels, your joints are stretchier, in preparation for the birth. Different exercises will help strengthen and stretch your muscles and ligaments, helping your core body strength and overall comfort. Remember the 'vacuum cleaning' excercises: stretching diagonally towards your bent knees while lying on your back; using your hands to lift your back and belly while lying on your back; and tightening your muscles and then relaxing them when you're lying on your bed. Training your oblique abdominal muscles is really good right now. Cat-cow or pelvic tilt exercises will feel wonderful: on the floor or mat, make a table with hands and knees on the floor. Gently drop your abdomen towards the floor like a cow belly. Then slowly flatten your back and even arch it like a cat arching her back. This exercise not only feels great, it helps reorganize your internal organs, stretches your ligaments, and eases heartburn. Walking, bike riding and swimming are still great for you and your little one!
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