Pregnancy & Back Pain

Back pain during pregnancy is common due to the fact that as a fetus grows the mother's center of balance changes. Adapting to that change takes awareness and practice.

The Mayo Clinic Web site staff wrote an article called "Back Pain during Pregnancy" in which it recommends maintaining good posture, sitting with feet elevated, and avoiding standing for long periods of time. If you have to lift something do it by squatting and lifting with the legs -- not the back. Wear supportive shoes and loose clothing. Stay fit, use a heating pad or ice pack on the back, have someone massage your back, or consult your doctor if the pain becomes severe or is accompanied with bleeding.

Visit Maine Warmers for microwave heating pads and gentle ice packs that may help through pregnancy. All Neck Warmers and Back Warmers have washable covers and are portable and safe. Know someone expecting a baby? Give the gift of comfort -- a Maine Warmers' Cozy Sheep.