Many pregnancy discomforts can be relieved with good diet, hydration, gentle exercise, and rest. Listed below are several common pregnancy discomforts. The recommended suggestions are a good starting point for improvement. If these suggestions don’t provide relief, then looking into additional therapies may be helpful. The herbs suggested are safe during pregnancy, although talk to your care provider for any additional questions or concerns.

ROUND LIGAMENT PAIN

Round ligament pain is often felt in the lower abdominal and upper thighs area. The round ligaments attach the uterus with the symphysis pubis. As the uterus grows, and toning contractions start, the ligaments can become cramped as well.

Recommended: Support girdle; Swimming; Bending forward during a cramp; warm compresses

Herbal: St. John’s Wort; castor oil compress

Additional therapies: Chiropractor, cranio-sacral, massage