Back Pain Carrying Twins

Hi Y.!

Congratulations on your twins! I have 4 month old twin boys. I had alot of back problems when I was pregnant. I remember just holding/supporting my belly helped so much. Also sleeping with the Snoogle was amazing! I have mine for sell if you want it. It helped support my tummy and back while I slept. It was the best sleep I got during my pregnancy. I was mad that I didn't invest in it sooner. I didn't try the belt, but it might have helped. I just remember holding my belly up with my hands was a huge relief. I wish you all the luck and congrats again!

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I'd def check with your ob-gyn before using any kind of a rub. There's that female athlete that recently died from using too much of that rub -- it's absorbed into your body and thus into your blood stream... may not be the best thing to do...

Y.,
Congratulations on your twins! I had severe back pain early on with my second baby and I remember some of the things that helped me the most was a heating pad or a relaxing bath which I know is not easy for you with a 16 mth old to just jump in the water when you want too.
So, I would try the heating pad and possibly some tylenol if you need it before the muscle rub. It's less messy as well.

I'm really not sure if you can use the muscle rub or not during pregnancy so I would just ask your nurse. I would think it's safe to use but you never know. Unfortunately the back pain will most likely be a problem for you until you have the babies so just try and take it easy and stay off your feet as much as possible. You'll probably be ordering in for dinner alot more during the pregnancy. : )
Good luck with your new babies!

Although I dont have one to recommend specifially, I would strongly encourage you to go see a chiropractor!! Things shift so much when you are pregnany and a chiro can very safely and effectively help your body adjust to the changes. And, a nice warm bath always helps me out. You might want to look into a maternity belt too. Although I dont need one until later in my pregnancy, it does help relieve some of the pain. Best of luck to you and your growing family!! ~A.~

I echo the chiro and highly recommend going to a yoga class for pregnant women. The especially designed stretches calm and strengthen your muscles throughout your pregnancy and help you be stronger for your delivery. Just going to that calming atmosphere regularly carries over and helps you deal with all stress. God bless and good luck.

Y.,

Congratulations on your twins. I, too am a mommy of twins who just turned two a month ago. I don't really have any remedies because honestly, I just endured it. I hope you have a safe and "long" pregnancy but go ahead and prepare yourself mentally that carrying multiples is harder on the body. My first single pregnancy was a breeze but the second left me beaten and battered LOL. I tell you, when the doctor pulled my second baby out at the c-section, I immediately felt such relief. So hang in there, it's not easy but it is temporary.

Check out some pre-natal chiropractors and pre-natal yoga instructors. My daughter used both with the back pain she experienced. Both helped a lot.

Y.,
Dr. Cindy Haggerton at Lifetime Family Wellness Center is a chiropractor who specializes in working with pregnant women. She is also a trained doula. I highly recommend checking out her services. Your first appointment is free, allowing you to ask her questions and be evaluated.

Hope you're feeling better soon and have a happy, healthy pregnancy!

C.

You need to get into regular chiropractic care with someone that deals with pregnant women. Dr. Christine Moore in Plano is the one I would see. ###-###-####