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This can cause pain whenever you walk, sit or stand for extended periods of time or when you bend down, lift things or get out of a low chair. Backache during pregnancy in the first trimester is not as common as during the second and third trimester. It generally progresses with the pregnancy and may persist after childbirth, but will generally disappear within a few months of delivery. It does not affect the development of the fetus or the outcome of the pregnancy.

Two patterns of back pain have been observed during pregnancy.

• Lumbar pain occurs in the lower back at around waist level. The pain might also radiate down to your legs. It is aggravated by sitting or standing for extended periods of time and can increase in intensity towards the end of the day.
• Posterior pelvic pain is more common amongst pregnant women. You feel this pain in your hips and buttocks or on your thighs and over your pelvic bone. It is usually triggered by physical activities like walking, climbing or getting out of a low chair.

A few simple changes in posture and caution in movement can help you reduce and even eliminate back pain when pregnant.

• Good posture is vital. Do not slouch. While sitting down, you will find that placing a lumbar cushion behind your lower back will prevent you from slouching. Keep your shoulders squared, your chin up and your head centered on your shoulders. Keep your knees slightly bent and avoid wearing high heels.
• While sleeping at night try to sleep on your side and use a pillow between your knees. When getting up after lying down, roll on to your side and use your arms to push yourself up. This will avoid straining your back muscles.
• While bending down make sure to bend your knees. Squat down on your heels to pick up any objects and keep your back straight will doing it.
• Lastly, exercise regularly. It will help in strengthening your abdominal muscles and will reduce your backache. A daily walk for at least half an hour will also help. Consider joining a yoga class for pregnant women.

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