Sore body?

[seamonster]

So, my hips and shoulders are killing me. My lower back pain has actually eased up quite a bit, but my pelvis and hip bones hurt so badly that I can't sit down comfortably on anything other than my birthing ball. I can understand that pain since I'm 34 weeks now and close to being able to birth, but what's up with the shoulder pain? Anyone else get it?

 

[RoseofLima]

It's because of the relaxin(sp?)-- all of your joints loosen up. The purpose is so that your pelvic outlet can become bigger to hold and birth your baby, unfortunately it is not just confined to one area of your body.

ALso I think it has to do with not being able to move as freely while you sleep, and you end up in one position for much longer than you normally would.

If you can- take some nice hot baths. I always make sure I clean the tub really well before I get in, and I also add like a cup or so of Kosher salt to my bath water to stave off UTIs. There is also this awesome stuff called Tiger Balm (the white is less intense than the red) which you can find at a Whole Foods type grocery store-- which is like a Ben- gay type liniment with will soothe your achy joints and muscles.

 

[Naomi4Christ]

Your ligaments have loosened up. It's important for your pelvis in preparation for birth, but has side effects for other joints.

 

[seamonster]

Okay, thanks ladies

We can't take baths at our apartment but I think I might go take a warm shower later.