Many of the physical changes that come with pregnancy can put stress on your back and lead to pain or discomfort. Back pain during pregnancy is almost always lower back pain, and it falls into one of three categories: lumbar spine pain, posterior pelvic pain, or a combination of the two. It is incredibly common, and the likelihood only goes up as your pregnancy progresses. Still, common does not mean you have to suffer through it. This episode breaks down why back pain happens during pregnancy, how to prevent it, and the evidence-based tools and treatments that can bring you relief, from simple daily habits to hands-on therapies and medication considerations.
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Back Pain During Pregnancy
Pain and discomfort in your back can affect nearly every part of your life. This includes your quality of life, work, sleep, and relationships. The prevalence of back pain in pregnant women is estimated at around 50% in the first trimester. In the second trimester, it ranges between 40% and 70%. By the third trimester, that number climbs to 70%-80%. You can see from this data that most pregnant women will deal with back pain at some point.
Taking care of your back matters even more if you have a history of back pain. A prior history of back pain makes it more likely that you will experience back pain during pregnancy. There is also evidence that having back pain in one pregnancy makes it more likely that you will have it in a future pregnancy.
Lumbar Pain vs. Pelvic Girdle Pain
Not all pregnancy back pain is the same, and knowing which type you have can help you find relief faster. Lumbar pain is what most people picture as back pain. It shows up in your lower back or around the curve of your spine. It often feels worse after sitting or standing for long stretches.
Posterior pelvic pain is different. This is pain lower down, in the back of your pelvis, and it can radiate into your buttocks or the backs of your thighs. It often flares with everyday movements like climbing stairs, rolling over in bed, or getting in and out of a car. This type of pain falls under the umbrella term pelvic girdle pain. In some cases, the ligaments connecting the two halves of your pubic bone loosen excessively. This can lead to a painful and destabilizing condition called symphysis pubis dysfunction. If your pain is low in the pelvis rather than in your lower back, or if it feels like your pelvis is unstable, it is worth mentioning to your doctor or midwife, as management may look a little different.
For simplicity, this episode groups all of these under the term back pain. Much of the advice that follows applies whether your pain is lumbar, pelvic, or a mix of both. However, if your pain is primarily pelvic girdle pain, some specific strategies apply, and we will cover those.
Many expecting moms hear the word sciatica and assume that is what they have. Sciatica refers to pain that follows the path of the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back down through your buttock and along the back of your leg. True sciatica involves that nerve being irritated or compressed, and the pain tends to shoot down one leg, sometimes with tingling or numbness. What feels like sciatica in pregnancy is frequently not sciatica at all. In fact, one review notes that true sciatica shows up in only about 1% of pregnant women, and that pelvic girdle pain is roughly four times as common as lumbar pain. So more often than not, what feels like sciatica is actually pelvic girdle pain or muscle tension referring pain into a similar area.
Back Pain During Labor and Postpartum
Back pain does not necessarily stop when labor begins, and it can linger afterward too. Ideally, you head into labor feeling good and without back pain that could limit the positions you can use during labor. After your baby arrives, back pain can become a problem as you constantly carry a newborn and search for comfortable positions to feed them for hours each day.
It is also possible for back pain to stick around long after birth. One study found that 20% of women who experienced low back pain during pregnancy were still symptomatic three years later. That is a strong reason to take your back pain seriously now, not just assuming the pain will disappear once your baby is born.
How Back Pain Affects Your Quality of Life
Research has identified back pain as one of many pregnancy-related factors that influence your quality of life. Quality of life describes how healthy, comfortable, and able to enjoy life you are. Researchers use questionnaires to measure it, looking at areas like physical functioning, bodily pain, general health, vitality, social functioning, and mental health.
One study examined the relationship between low back pain and quality of life in pregnant women. It found significant differences in mental health, physical health, and social relationships between women with back pain and a control group. Another study found that lower back and pelvic pain negatively affected perceived health and sexual life, and women with back pain also reported more sick leave from work. There is even evidence that back pain increases your risk of anxiety and depression. The point in sharing all of this research is that relief is worth pursuing rather than just trying to power through it.
What Causes Back Pain During Pregnancy
You go through many physical changes during pregnancy, and several of them can put stress on your back. Understanding the causes helps explain why certain prevention strategies work.
A higher body weight is a predictor of back pain. One study that followed women from their mid-twenties to mid-thirties found that for every 5 kilograms, or about 11 pounds, of higher weight at baseline, there was a 5% increase in the risk of back pain over the following 12 years.
Some weight gain during pregnancy is both normal and necessary. How much is healthy depends on your body mass index, or BMI, before pregnancy. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists points to BMI-based ranges: roughly 28 to 40 pounds if you started underweight, 25 to 35 pounds at a normal weight, 15 to 25 pounds if you were overweight, and 11 to 20 pounds if you started with obesity.
Even with these guidelines, most pregnant women do not gain within the suggested ranges. One study that examined over 18,000 pregnancies found that just 25.8% of women gained within their recommended range, while 21.3% gained less and 52.9% gained more. The higher your weight, the more pressure and stress your spine and joints absorb. As a result, keeping your weight in a healthy range before, during, and after pregnancy can lower your risk of back pain.
Your doctor or midwife will track your weight as a health metric during pregnancy. Even so, your energy is better spent on healthy habits than on the number on the scale. Any steps toward better overall health, such as eating well, staying physically active, and prioritizing basics like sleep and hydration will support a healthy weight in the long run. For more on this, there is a full episode on healthy pregnancy weight gain.
A Shifting Center of Gravity
Most of the weight you gain during pregnancy sits in your belly. As your pregnancy progresses, that growing belly shifts your center of gravity forward. To compensate, you may lean back, which strains the muscles in your lower back. This subtle shift in how you hold yourself is a big contributor to pain.
Weight gain and a shifting center of gravity both change your posture during pregnancy. Poor posture puts extra strain on your spine. Good posture means sitting or standing tall, with your back straight, your chest high, and your shoulders back and relaxed.
If you are sitting, choose a chair with good back support. Consider adding support for your lower back, especially if you spend a lot of time at a desk. You can use a specific lumbar support pillow or attachment. Before you go out and buy one, though, try a small pillow you already own. It may do the job just as well for free.
Good posture matters just as much after your baby arrives. As a new mother, you will spend a lot of time sitting and feeding your baby. Take an extra minute to adjust your position, add a pillow, or prop your feet up. Nursing pillows can be a huge help because they support your baby’s weight while you feed and also help position your baby for a good latch.
Relaxin and Looser Ligaments
Your ligaments are the connective tissues that hold your bones, joints, and organs in place. During pregnancy, a hormone called relaxin causes those ligaments to loosen. This is necessary, and it helps your body open up for labor and birth. The downside is that relaxin does not limit its effects to your pelvis and hips just before birth. It affects your entire body throughout your pregnancy. When the ligaments that support your spine loosen, your joints become less stable. As a result, they are more prone to overstretching, which can lead to pain or injury. This looser-ligament effect comes up again when we talk about lifting and exercise, because it changes how much strain your body can safely handle.
Everyday Habits to Prevent and Relieve Back Pain
Many pregnancy changes can contribute to back pain, but several everyday habits can help you prevent it or ease it. These are the foundational strategies worth building into your routine. Think of these as the first line of defense.
There is mounting evidence about how important sleep is for every aspect of your physical and emotional health. Back pain, unfortunately, can significantly disrupt both your sleep duration and quality. One study found that nearly half of pregnant women, 49.6%, reported that lying down and sleeping positions were associated with their back pain. Another study reported that 43% of women with low back pain experienced sleep disturbances. Some could only sleep less than two hours, and others averaged around four hours. Most reported that pain woke them up at night.
The takeaway is that getting comfortable for sleep can make a difference. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends sleeping on your side later in pregnancy, with one or both knees bent. It may also help to place a pillow between your knees and another under your belly. In addition, a full-length body pillow can make side sleeping much more comfortable.
A sedentary lifestyle raises your risk of back pain. Studies have found that people who move less are more likely to experience back pain than those who stay active. Exercise helps by building strength and improving flexibility. One study found that women who had not engaged in physical activity were more likely to experience lower back pain. That said, exercise may not fix pain that is already there. A Cochrane Review found low-quality evidence that exercise may reduce pregnancy-related low back pain, along with moderate- to low-quality evidence that it improves functional disability and reduces sick leave more than usual prenatal care. So the evidence is promising but not airtight.
If you are currently in pain, you may need to tone down your workouts and take it easy for a bit. You can modify nearly any exercise to be safe during pregnancy. When your back feels good, though, staying active is one of the best long-term strategies to strengthen your body and prevent pain from returning.
If land-based exercise aggravates your back, the water may be a great place for a workout. When you are in a pool, buoyancy supports your body weight and takes pressure off your spine and joints. This lets you move and strengthen your muscles without the impact you feel on land. For that reason, aquatic exercise is one of the more back-friendly ways to stay active during pregnancy.
The evidence here is genuinely encouraging. One randomized controlled trial followed 516 healthy pregnant women. Half were assigned to an unsupervised water exercise program twice a week for 12 weeks, and the other half received standard prenatal care. The women who exercised in the water reported significantly lower low back pain intensity than those who did not. Because the program was unsupervised, it also shows that you do not necessarily need a formal class to benefit.
You do not have to swim laps to get these benefits. Gentle water walking, prenatal aqua aerobics, or simple movements can all help. If you have access to a pool, take advantage of it.
Gentle Stretches and Movements
Beyond general exercise, a few gentle movements can specifically target back pain, and you can do them at home without any equipment. Pelvic tilts are a great place to start. Get on your hands and knees with a flat back, then gently tighten your abdominal muscles and tuck your pelvis so your lower back rounds slightly. Hold for a few seconds, then release. This simple movement helps relieve tension in your lower back.
The cat-cow stretch is another good technique. From that same hands-and-knees position, slowly alternate between arching your back up toward the ceiling and letting it gently sag while you lift your head. Move with your breath. Child’s pose, where you sit back toward your heels with your knees wide to make room for your belly, can also feel wonderful for a tight lower back. Many of these movements come straight from prenatal yoga, which is one of the safest and most back-friendly forms of exercise during pregnancy. Move slowly, avoid pushing into any pose that hurts, and stop if something doesn’t feel great.
Because relaxin leaves your ligaments looser, your joints are less stable and easier to overstretch, which can cause pain or injury. ACOG specifically notes that lifting poses a risk of musculoskeletal injury and low back pain during pregnancy. You should be cautious lifting anything, and use proper form to prevent injury. Instead of bending at your waist, bend at your knees and keep your back straight. Think of it as a squat rather than leaning over an object. When you lift, avoid any sudden movements that jerk your body.
If your job involves lifting, the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health recommends specific lifting limits for the workplace, including guidance for pregnant workers. Those limits vary based on where you are in your pregnancy, the height of the lift, how far the item is from your body, and how often you are lifting. None of these guidelines extrapolate well to lifting weights or strength training during pregnancy. For a deep dive on that topic, check out this episode.
It is not just heavy lifting that triggers back pain. One study identified 16 kinds of motion that participants felt induced pain. The three most associated with lower back pain were sitting up, standing up from a chair, and tossing and turning while lying down. These everyday movements were more strongly linked to pain than special motions that require extra effort. The reason is that all of these involve rotating and bending your trunk. Anytime you go from lying to sitting, or from sitting to standing, be mindful of how you move. Rolling onto your side before pushing up, for example, is much gentler on your back than sitting straight up.
ACOG acknowledges that physically demanding work is associated with low back pain and musculoskeletal disorders in the general population. This includes heavy lifting, excessive repetition, awkward postures, and long periods of sitting or standing. For a lot of people, that describes their job. One study found that 38.7% of pregnant women identified sitting as one of the most significant factors causing their lower back pain. Spending most of your day sitting or at a desk can be tough on your back. Sitting in a comfortable chair with proper support is important. On the other hand, if your job requires standing for long periods, take breaks to sit, stretch, or move around.
Please discuss any concerns about work-related activities with your doctor or midwife. They can share information and resources to help you understand your employment rights. In addition, they may be able to provide documentation to your employer requesting accommodations.
If back pain starts affecting your ability to work, you may need to take sick days or time off. Many moms try to avoid taking time off during pregnancy to save as much as possible for maternity leave. However, if you are in pain, you need to give yourself time to heal and take a break from positions or movements that aggravate your back. Otherwise, you risk the pain getting worse.
Tools and Treatments for Back Pain Relief
Beyond everyday habits, you may want to try various tools and treatments to prevent or relieve back pain. Many of these are inexpensive and come with minimal downsides.
Applying heat or cold is a simple intervention that ACOG recommends. You may need to experiment with both to find what gives you more relief. Cold constricts blood vessels, decreases inflammation, can numb the pain, and tends to work better early on. Heat, on the other hand, increases blood circulation, which can help with healing. ACOG cautions that pregnant women should use heating pads at the lowest possible temperature setting. It also recommends limiting how long you use heat or cold at any one time.
A maternity support belt can take some of the strain off your spine and muscles by supporting the weight of your growing belly. If you are dealing with lower back pain, a support belt may relieve some of that pressure. Many women also find it easier to maintain good posture while wearing one.
The evidence here is promising but not definitive. A Cochrane Review examined support belts among other interventions for pregnancy-related low back and pelvic pain. Some of the individual trials found that a support belt helped, though the overall quality of the evidence was low. Support belts are inexpensive, low-risk, and easy to try. Even though we do not have strong proof that they work for everyone, they may be worth a shot if you want extra support.
Another recommendation directly from ACOG is wearing supportive shoes to prevent or ease back pain during pregnancy. Specifically, it suggests low-heeled shoes, though not flat ones, with good arch support, like walking or athletic shoes. Avoid high heels, because they tilt your body forward and strain your lower back muscles.
One way to make sure your shoes have good arch support is to use insoles. Insoles slide right into your flats, boots, or athletic shoes and instantly make them more comfortable. More importantly, good arch support helps your posture. Research shows that wearing insoles can help with lower back pain. Beyond back pain, insoles can also help prevent many foot issues that come up during pregnancy.
Prenatal massage is another way to ease back pain. Ideally, a pregnancy massage is done by a trained and experienced therapist. A therapist who specializes in prenatal massage understands how pregnancy changes your body, from your shifting center of gravity to the areas that need extra support, and knows which positions and techniques are safe and comfortable at each stage. That said, massage does not have to mean an expensive spa. Even a massage from your partner may help relax your muscles and relieve some of your pain.
Physical therapy is an option worth considering early rather than as a last resort. A physical therapist can assess your specific situation and give you targeted exercises, stretches, and hands-on techniques to relieve pain and improve stability. This is especially relevant if your pain is persistent or if it stems from pelvic girdle pain.
This sounds promising, although the evidence isn’t definitive. A systematic review of physical therapy for pregnancy-related back and pelvic pain found no strong evidence for or against it, largely because the available studies were small and of mixed quality. In other words, physical therapy may help, but the research has not firmly proven it. That said, it is a low-risk approach, and many women find it valuable, particularly when a therapist tailors a program to their specific pain.
Some physical therapists specialize in the pelvic floor, which matters because your core and pelvic floor work together to support your spine. If your back pain is not responding to the basics, ask your doctor or midwife for a referral. As with any practitioner, look for someone with experience treating pregnant patients.
Acupuncture is another technique often used for pain relief, and it is a key component of traditional Chinese medicine. Practitioners believe that chi flows through pathways in your body called meridians. By inserting extremely thin needles into specific points along these meridians, the goal is to rebalance your energy flow. Many Western practitioners instead view these points as places to stimulate nerves, muscles, and connective tissue, which may boost your body’s natural painkillers and increase blood flow.
Overall, the side effects of acupuncture are minimal, and the most commonly reported side effect is needle-stick pain. There is evidence that it is a safe practice during pregnancy. If you plan to try acupuncture, make sure you visit a reputable practice that uses sterile, disposable needles. In addition, seek out a licensed acupuncturist with experience treating pregnant women.
A chiropractor is another professional who may help relieve back pain. Chiropractors typically use their hands or an instrument to manipulate the joints of the body, particularly the spine, to restore or enhance joint function. This can help resolve joint inflammation and reduce pain. One study found that most pregnant patients undergoing chiropractic treatment reported clinically relevant improvement. As with any practitioner, seek out a knowledgeable professional who specializes in or has experience with pregnant patients. A chiropractor who regularly works with expecting mothers will understand how pregnancy shifts your posture and joints, and they will have the right equipment, like tables and bolsters that accommodate your growing belly, to keep you comfortable and safe.
A TENS machine is a small handheld device with wires attached to electrode pads that stick to your skin. TENS stands for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, and people with chronic pain commonly use it. One study compared TENS to exercise and acetaminophen. The researchers found that TENS improved lower back pain more effectively than either, and they concluded it was an effective and safe option for lower back pain during pregnancy. This was a single study, so the evidence is limited, but TENS is low-risk and may be worth exploring. There is also an episode on using a TENS machine for pain relief during labor if you want to learn more.
Medications for Back Pain
Many people find temporary relief from back pain with topical treatments or pain medication. During pregnancy, though, there are extra considerations. Before taking any over-the-counter or prescription medicine, discuss it with your doctor or midwife. If you are breastfeeding, the LactMed database is a fantastic resource for checking the safety of medications while nursing. Unfortunately, we don’t have as great of a resource during pregnancy.
Over-the-Counter Medications
The main over-the-counter pain medications are aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which include ibuprofen, and acetaminophen. Each comes with different considerations during pregnancy.
Aspirin is usually not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding for pain relief. There are exceptions for low-dose aspirin to prevent preeclampsia, but that is a different use. Ibuprofen is also usually not recommended. The FDA recommends that pregnant mothers avoid ibuprofen after 20 weeks, because it can lead to low amniotic fluid. There is also evidence that ibuprofen and other NSAIDs can increase your risk of miscarriage early in pregnancy.
Because of the risks associated with aspirin and ibuprofen, medical professionals have long preferred acetaminophen during pregnancy. You may also know acetaminophen by the brand names Paracetamol or Tylenol. Acetaminophen has long been considered the safest choice for managing pain and fever during pregnancy, but recent headlines have understandably left many expecting parents with questions.
The short version is that some research has raised concerns over the years. One study linked maternal acetaminophen use during pregnancy to an increased risk of asthma in children. Another study found an association between acetaminophen use and behavioral problems in children. In 2021, 91 scientists and clinicians released a consensus statement cautioning against acetaminophen use in pregnancy, arguing it might alter fetal development. Days later, ACOG responded that the evidence showed no clear proof of a direct relationship between prudent acetaminophen use and fetal developmental issues, and advised no change in clinical practice.
This debate resurfaced in 2025 when the FDA issued a notice to physicians saying that evidence has accumulated suggesting a possible association between acetaminophen use in pregnancy and neurological conditions like autism and ADHD. That same notice was clear that a causal relationship has not been established, that there are contrary studies, and that acetaminophen remains the safest over-the-counter option for pain and fever in pregnancy, since aspirin and ibuprofen carry well-documented risks.
In response, ACOG affirmed the safety and benefits of acetaminophen during pregnancy. ACOG pointed out that in more than two decades of research, no reputable study has concluded that acetaminophen use in any trimester causes neurodevelopmental disorders. It highlighted that the two highest-quality studies on the subject, including a large study published in JAMA in 2024 that analyzed nearly 2.5 million children, found no meaningful link between acetaminophen use in pregnancy and autism, ADHD, or intellectual disability. That JAMA study is especially compelling because it compared siblings, which helps rule out the genetic and family factors that earlier studies could not.
What does all of this mean? There is genuine disagreement between some government agencies and physician organizations, and your own provider may land somewhere in the middle. The practical guidance has not really changed. That is, you should use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time you need it. Fevers are a special case, and for this episode, let’s stay focused on using acetaminophen for pain relief. Autism is a spectrum disorder with many genetic and environmental contributors, and the research to date shows correlation, not causation. If you want the full breakdown of this topic, including the research on fever and the 2025 controversy, there is a dedicated episode on the safety of Tylenol during pregnancy, plus a follow-up Q&A answering listener questions. As always, discuss any medication with your doctor or midwife, and weigh the severity and frequency of your back pain against the benefits and risks.
Opioid medications are the last line of defense for back pain. ACOG states that for chronic pain, the goal is to avoid or minimize opioid use. Instead, it highlights alternative therapies, including nonpharmacologic approaches like exercise, physical therapy, and behavioral strategies, as well as nonopioid medications. Most of the tools covered in this episode fall into those safer, first-line categories.
Topical treatments are creams, gels, patches, and rubs you apply directly to your skin. They are appealing during pregnancy because they act mostly where you put them, with less of the drug reaching the rest of your body than a pill would. However, less absorption does not mean zero absorption, and some of these products carry the same cautions as their oral versions. It is worth noting up front that there are essentially no studies testing these specifically for pregnancy back pain, so most of what we know comes from drug safety data rather than trials on effectiveness.
Topical NSAID gels, like diclofenac (the brand name is Voltaren), are a popular option for muscle and joint pain outside of pregnancy. Unfortunately, they come with the same concerns as oral NSAIDs. Even when applied to the skin, diclofenac crosses the placenta, and the FDA label carries the same pregnancy warnings as the oral form. There is even a documented case where topical diclofenac combined with a salicylate rub caused a temporary narrowing of a vessel in the baby’s heart, which reversed once the mother stopped using it. Because of this, NSAID gels are generally not recommended in pregnancy, and they should be avoided entirely after about 30 weeks.
Menthol and Salicylate Rubs
Warming or cooling rubs like Bengay, Icy Hot, Tiger Balm, and Salonpas work as counter-irritants, creating a hot or cold sensation that distracts from the pain underneath. The catch is what is in them. Many of these contain methyl salicylate, which is closely related to aspirin. Methyl salicylate absorbs through skin, and heat and physical activity increase how much gets in. For that reason, product labels advise against using methyl salicylate at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless a doctor directs it, and avoiding it after 30 weeks, just like other NSAIDs.
Menthol on its own is considered the safer counter-irritant, so a menthol-only product is generally a better choice than one containing salicylates. Either way, check the ingredient list, use these sparingly, avoid applying them over large areas or under anything that traps heat, and run your specific product by your doctor or midwife.
Lidocaine Patches and Creams
Lidocaine is a numbing medication found in over-the-counter patches and creams, and it tends to be one of the more reassuring topical options during pregnancy. It was previously classified as an FDA Category B medication, meaning animal studies did not show harm to the fetus. Those classifications are no longer used. Systemic absorption from a patch is low, and a MotherToBaby fact sheet reviews its use in pregnancy. A lidocaine patch can be applied to a sore spot for up to about 12 hours, and you can cut it to fit. As with anything, use it as directed and check with your provider first, but this is often a go-to when NSAIDs are off the table.
Arnica is a plant-based remedy sold as a topical gel or cream and as highly diluted homeopathic products, and it is often marketed for bruising, muscle aches, and soreness. Some sources consider topical, diluted arnica low-risk in pregnancy, while others recommend avoiding it altogether because we lack safety data. What is clear is that oral botanical arnica should be avoided, since it contains many toxic components, and it should never be swallowed during pregnancy. Arnica can also increase bleeding and interact with blood thinners, and it should not be applied to broken skin. The evidence about whether arnica even works is inconsistent. None of the research examines pregnancy back pain specifically, and experts note that better-quality studies are still needed.
Back pain during pregnancy is incredibly common, but common does not mean you have to grit your teeth and endure it. Once you understand what is driving your pain, whether it is your shifting center of gravity, looser ligaments, your daily habits, or your job, you can take steps to prevent and relieve it. Start with the foundational habits like good posture, supportive sleep positions, gentle movement, and safe lifting. From there, you have a whole toolbox of low-risk options, including heat and cold, massage, physical therapy, acupuncture, chiropractic care, and more. Most importantly, do not wait until the pain becomes unbearable. Taking care of your back proactively is far easier than trying to recover once you are in significant pain.
Talking to Your Doctor or Midwife
Your doctor or midwife is your best partner in managing back pain during pregnancy. Bring up your pain at your prenatal appointments, and be specific about where it hurts, when it flares, and what makes it better or worse. Those details help them figure out whether you are dealing with lumbar pain, pelvic girdle pain, or something that needs a closer look. They can also point you toward the right resources, whether that is a referral to physical therapy, guidance on safe medications, or documentation for workplace accommodations.
You should contact your doctor or midwife if your back pain is severe. A quick onset of back pain could be a sign of preterm labor. If a fever accompanies your back pain, contact your care provider as well, because that could signal an infection. ACOG says you should contact your doctor if the pain lasts more than two weeks. Two weeks is a long time to live with pain that affects every part of your life. Honestly, you should feel comfortable reaching out anytime you have concerning symptoms or trouble finding relief. If it will put your mind at ease, contact your doctor or midwife, and do not feel you have to wait two weeks or until your next appointment.
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