Back pain 3 months pregnant

For normal pregnant women, it is very normal for them to experience lower back pain when they reach the late stage of pregnancy, because their stomachs are bearing a lot of weight at this time. However, during the first three months of pregnancy, the fetus is not very stable, and the baby has not gradually developed into an embryo, so most pregnant women do not show their pregnancy very well. But is it normal for some pregnant women to experience back pain in their third month of pregnancy?

Is it normal to have back pain during 3 months of pregnancy?

The early pregnancy symptoms of pregnant women have been alleviated in the third month of pregnancy, and the fetus is relatively stable. So, is it normal to have back pain in the third month of pregnancy?

Generally speaking, as the fetus grows, the mother's weight will gradually increase after pregnancy and her body fat content will increase. The biggest change is in the belly, which bulges as the fetus continues to grow. The weight increases the stress on the waist. At the same time, coupled with the changes in hormones during pregnancy, the elasticity of muscles during pregnancy will be relatively poor, so the elasticity of the muscles in the waist will be weakened, which can easily lead to low back pain.

Another common cause is calcium deficiency. During pregnancy, since the calcium needed for the formation and development of fetal bone tissue comes entirely from the mother, the amount of calcium consumed by pregnant mothers is much greater than that of ordinary people, so many pregnant mothers are prone to calcium deficiency. It is recommended that expectant mothers pay special attention to calcium supplementation throughout pregnancy. Another less common condition is urinary stones. Some mothers suffer from severe long-term back pain that cannot be relieved, and after examination, they are found to have kidney stones.

The causes of low back pain in early, mid and late pregnancy are different. Low back pain in the early pregnancy stage will not be very serious, the pain is relatively mild, mostly low back pain. Low back pain during this period is often caused by the retroverted uterus, which compresses the rectum and ligaments, so pregnant mothers don't need to worry.

What should pregnant women do if they have back pain?

1. Tie a belt or a special pregnancy belt around the pregnant woman's abdomen to support her waist and relieve pain.

2. Maintain the correct posture. The correct standing posture is to keep your legs slightly apart, your back straight, your chest up, and your chin tucked in. If you hold your posture correctly, your big belly won't be noticeable.

3. Exercise appropriately, choose suitable gymnastics or swimming for pregnant women, and exercise according to your personal situation. It can enhance physical strength.

4. Don’t sleep on a bed that is too soft, as it can easily cause your waist to sink, causing or aggravating back pain.

5. Do not stand up or sit down too quickly. It is best to have something to hold on to.

6. Choose more comfortable shoes, avoid high heels, and keep the heels around 3 to 4 cm.

7. You can eat some foods that can relieve back pain in pregnant women: such as foods rich in protein, calcium, B vitamins, vitamins C and D.

This article introduces in detail why you have severe back pain during the third month of pregnancy, and also introduces what you should do if you have back pain during the third month of pregnancy. As a pregnant woman in the early stages of pregnancy, you must pay attention to your back pain. It is best to actively follow the methods in this article to relieve your back pain.