FAO PTB & StB et al (Re: SPD)
I think I'm starting to get SPD and as I'm only 21 weeks am a little worried about it. I have had the odd pain and discomfort but nothing too bad but on Monday we took Abby to Windsor and managed to, stupidly, forget the pushchair. Although she walked a bit I ended up with her on my shoulders for most of the afternoon. By the evening I could hardly move and was shuffling around the house in a lot of pain. Last time I didn't get this until about 39 weeks!
Does this sound like SPD to you? If so what should I do about it? I'm really worried about the state I'm going to be in by September, especially with a toddler.
Thanks,
H xx
Does this sound like SPD to you? If so what should I do about it? I'm really worried about the state I'm going to be in by September, especially with a toddler.
Thanks,
H xx
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Like you the only time I felt in pain the leg/pelvic/pubic region in my first pg was in the last week, but it started at around 25 weeks with Maddie and got worse. It was worst in bed (turning over particularly) and if I overdid it (walking, vacuuming). In the last tri I basically walked with fairy steps everywhere because opening my legs any wider or going any faster was too painful.
I would ask to be referred to a physio so you can limit the damage.
One of my closest friends is a physio (although not a pelvic specialist) and she has recommended a belt which I need to get. Went to Boots and the pharmacist had no clue what I was talking about. Where did you get yours from, Kate?
Anyway I'm down to do the 5km Race for Life in 2 months so hoping it doesn't get any worse. I'll feel like a complete quitter if I have to back out, especially as my 38 week pregnant friend and retired mother (who had a hip replacement 2 months ago) are doing it.
Thanks again,
H xx
i was in hospital when i was diagnosed, and was given my corset by the hospital physio along with advice and exercises to do - i think they all helped, can you ask your dr or midwife to be referred to the physio department in your hospital as i'm not sure where you'd buy it? or, if (and that's a big if!) i can find it i could send you mind? it's just basically like a massive bandage that goes around from your waist to past your hips and gives an extra bit of support. i would imagine you would need it during the race at the very least, i hope you can do it and are feeling well enough to, but if not don't put any pressure on yourself as you don't want to force yourself to do it and then end up being on crutches.
i too found night time the worst and towards the end was in so much discomfort i had to take paracetamol to sleep as every time i rolled over the pain woke me up and i couldn't get comfy, but the v pillow was a big help so i'd definately dig yours out of the attic.
hope yours stays mild.
take care of yourself, k xxx