SPD (Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction) or PPGP (Pregnancy-related Pelvic Girdle Pain) is severe pelvic pain which results from excess levels of relaxin softening your pelvic ligaments in preparation for labour and childbirth. You have an increased risk of developing SPD if: You began menstruating before you were 11 years old. You’re overweight. You suffered from SPD […]
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SPD (Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction) or PPGP (Pregnancy-related Pelvic Girdle Pain) is severe pelvic pain which results from excess levels of relaxin softening your pelvic ligaments in preparation for labour and childbirth. The symptoms of SPD include: Back pain, pelvic girdle pain and/or pain pain especially when walking, going upstairs, standing on one leg, opening your […]
SPD (Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction) or PPGP (Pregnancy-related Pelvic Girdle Pain) is severe pelvic pain which results from excess levels of relaxin softening your pelvic ligaments in preparation for labour and childbirth. Pelvic pain is normal during pregnancy, however, SPD is a severe case which can make daily activities challenging. It usually begins anytime between the […]
Pelvic pain is a common pregnancy symptom and it really is a pain, especially if it becomes severe and develops into SPD (symphysis pubis dysfunction). Pelvic pain is the result of increased levels of the hormone relaxin in your body. Your pelvis is a combination of two sides, which are joined in the centre by […]
Have you noticed that you have suddenly whipped yourself into a cleaning and organising frenzy? Well, that means you’re nesting and if you just can’t find enough to do you’re probably getting very close to giving birth. Nesting is a common pregnancy symptom that is actually very useful. What a nice change, a pregnancy symptom […]
Though it is a normal and harmless pregnancy symptom, we know that pregnancy brain is still quite frustrating for all of you expectant mothers. For this reason, we have compiled a few tips to help you avoid pregnancy brain and to manage its symptoms when it strikes. Avoiding Pregnancy Brain Sleep. At least 8-9 hours […]
It’s been called momnesia, placenta brain and even baby brain drain, but most of us know the bouts of forgetfulness we experience during pregnancy as pregnancy brain. Pregnancy brain usually strikes during your first and third trimesters of pregnancy and though it is normal and harmless, it’s quite a frustrating pregnancy symptom. During pregnancy you’re […]
Unfortunately, you can’t avoid clumsiness during your pregnancy, but you can manage it by being more careful. Here are some suggestions to help you avoid the falls and constant dropping of objects that accompany your pregnancy clumsiness. Walk slowly. Especially if you are on wet, icy or uneven surfaces, which if you can, you should […]
You’ve probably noticed, or soon will, that you’re more clumsy than ever before. This is because clumsiness is a common pregnancy symptom that worsens as your pregnancy progresses. Luckily, your balance and dexterity will be back to normal shortly after you give birth. Clumsiness is a very annoying pregnancy symptom, because it prevents you from […]