Lower Back Pain

Did you OB/GYN ever test you for a diastis recti an abdominal separation that occurs 2 out of 3 women during their pregnancy and postpartum? Unfortunately not many do this test (and I wish more would because it can affect the quality of life for a new and busy mom) When the abs are separated, they are not formed to support the torso causing issues like low back pain, urinary or stress incontinence, etc. It makes sense and sounds like if you had to wear a belt then you most likely have one. I would also recommend you go see a pelvic floor PT so they can address other underlying issues that may be going on. If you live in or near the city, Judy Florendo of Florendo PT is the top Pelvic Floor PT in the area, she trains other Pelvic Floor PTs, if you are interested and want her info, please reply back.

I specialize in women's health particularly pre and postnatal wellness. I also train other health and fitness professionals through www.healthymomsfitness.com Bounce Back Into Shape After Baby talks about this abdominal separation and how to exercise to get it back together. You can find it on Amazon.

J. W. MPH
Lifestyle and Wellness Consultant

It sounds like your back is tight and overworked from compensating for your abs being weak. I'm an exercise physiologist and I own a prenatal and postpartum fitness company. We offer a class specifically for this problem called "Tummy Time for Mommy". I have a couple of classes that just started and one starting next week. If you're interested, check out www.bigbellyfitness.net and click on the link next to Tummy Time for Mommy.

Yes I had sciatica after my last pregnancy. Strengthening my tummy muscles & correcting my posture was the solution for me.

Yep, the same with me. Mine has been going on for a lot longer though. This started with my baby who is 6 now. I have had lower back pain since. If you find out what to do, let me know. I tried chiropractors...it helps temporarily.

I had the same problem. When I would bend over to put my son in the pack and play or bassinet I would feel like I was going to collapse.

I started seeing a chiropractor and am not completely heeled. I felt like a new person after just a week.

Best to you.

I used to have all sorts of horrible trouble with my back. I see a chiro regularly and have NO more pain at all!