pelvic pain in labour?

Question

I am scared that when i go into labour i am going to be in alot of pain as i am suffering from pelvic pain. my pain is so bad that half the time i can hardly walk. can anyone help me know if i am to expect more pain on labour day as i got 5 weeks left

Answer 1

Gas and bloating
You're much more likely to have gas pain and bloating during pregnancy because of hormones that slow your digestion and the pressure of your growing uterus on your stomach and intestines.

Constipation
Constipation is another common cause of abdominal discomfort throughout pregnancy, thanks to hormones that slow the movement of food through your digestive tract and the pressure of your growing uterus on your rectum.

Round ligament pain
Round ligament pain is generally a brief, sharp, stabbing pain or a longer-lasting, dull ache that you may feel on one or both sides of your lower abdomen or deep in your groin, usually starting in your second trimester. It happens when the ligaments that support your uterus in your pelvis stretch and thicken to accommodate and support its growing size.

You may feel a short jabbing sensation if you suddenly change position, such as when you're getting out of bed or up from a chair or when you cough, roll over in bed, or get out of the bathtub. Or you may feel a dull ache after a particularly active day, if you've been walking a lot or doing some other physical activity. Call your caregiver if this discomfort continues even after you've rested.

Braxton-Hicks contractions
Sometime after midpregnancy, you may start to notice some tightening in your uterus from time to time. Before 37 weeks, these Braxton-Hicks contractions should be infrequent, irregular, and essentially painless.

Answer 2

I have the same thing as you, I'm 31+ weeks and sometimes the pain I get is so bad walking is out of the question, I also have Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction which is really painful. My doctor told me I need a support belt and crutches but there was no point in getting me seeing a physiotherapist because I'll be delivering before then so I just have to suffer with codeine to help!!!

Make sure your midwife writes in your notes about the problem as this will effect your labour.

I have been told to try and avoid giving birth in the usual way (on your back) because the pelvis problem can stop the baby's head coming down properly. Also forceps aren't supposed to be a good idea and nor is an epidural because it can numb the area so much you can damage your pelvis without knowing about until after the birth (it's not unheard of to crack your pelvis during labour).

I'm going to aim for giving birth on my knees (this is supposed to be the best position) and I will have an epidural,. I'm prepared to worry about damage later on, the main thing for me to stay as calm as possible and an epidural is the best way for me.

Anyway I hope this helps and good luck .

Answer 3

this pain doesnt mean youl have more pain but im not going to lie to you labour bloody hurts like no pain youve ever felt before,not trying to scare you weve all been there not knowing but people were telling me that it doesnt hurt that much,they all lied it does the pain is indiscribable,have as much pain relief as early and as much as possible.good luck sweetie,but all the pain is worth it in the end.when you see your little angel smiling back at you.

Answer 4

yes you will experience more pain in labour, but the minuet you hold your baby you forget it straight away. try standing through the contractions and walking and breathing through the pain. it really dose work. I've had 4 kids and I am pathetic while in pain.if I can get through it any one can

Answer 5

It will hurt and they say you forget labour pains - I never forgot it and only had one child -get the epidural.

Answer 6

go for an epidural! you won't feel a thing.