Back pain is just one of those things that you expect will happen during your pregnancy, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t learn how to cope with it and reduce the pain. As your body changes, you’re bound to notice a few new aches and pains. By learning what to do and what to avoid, you can feel comfortable throughout your pregnancy.

Pregnancy support bands wrap around your lower stomach, pushing your belly up and keeping it from hanging down. As your little one starts growing, your stomach starts pushing out and down, which can add pressure to your back. A pregnancy support band puts your body in alignment to reduce that pressure.

If you ever had back pain before, you probably noticed that changing the way you slept helped reduce that pain. When you’re pregnant, you might find yourself sleeping on your side, which can force your body into an uncomfortable position.

Add a pillow between your legs to change the way that you sleep. This simple pillow mimics the natural curve of your spine and helps you get a better night’s sleep.

You’ll learn stretches that you can use in the early and later stages of your pregnancy, and you’ll even learn coping techniques for when you go into labour. These stretches help you reduce tension and stress in your back to limit backaches and pains.

Swimming is one of those exercises that you can do during your pregnancy. Whether you swim in a heated pool or an unheated pool, you’ll slowly stretch the different muscle groups in your body, reduce tension and improve your posture.

The simple movements that you do in the pool will go a long way towards helping you cope with your back pain.

When you throw out your back, your doctor might recommend using a heating pad, and you can do the same thing when you’re dealing with back pain. Talk to your doctor first to ensure that it’s safe to use later in your pregnancy, and alternate the heating pad with ice packs.

Try testing heat and ice first, to see which one makes you feel better. Using a hot or cold pack at the end of the day while reclining or lying in bed can reduce your back pain and leave you feeling more comfortable and confident. It only takes a few simple minutes and easy swaps to reduce the back pain that you feel during your pregnancy. Wearing the right clothing, shoes and support garments are just a few ways that you can feel comfortable.

About the author:

Gina Thompson has worked at a leading maternity clothing store for many years. She is a passionate blogger in her spare time.

Citations: Information on the benefits of compression stockings for pregnancy from preggers.com

Additional pregnancy tips found on webmd.com/baby/default.htm