21 weeks pregnant having rib pain and lower pressure?

Question

i am 21 weeks pregnant and i am having rib pain and lower vaginal pressure/cramping...it isn't excurishating pain but it is there and kinda bothersome...anyone experience anything the same and what could this be?

Answer 1

rib pain is common during pregnancy. By now the baby has moved up over your pelvic wall and all of the organs that were once there... well they had to go somewhere. I know if i dont get a good beltch out, i am in horrible pain and it hurts to walk and breathe.. even after i get one out it hurts for a while after. And sometimes she does find her way up around my ribs if i am laying down and does not want to move. I wish i knew how to evict her because it is killing me.

Pressure is also normal. you will feel this more and more as your baby and uterus grows. Try laying down for a little while to see if the pressure subsides. If it does not go away with rest, call your OB or on call nurse right away. it could be a sign of preterm labor.