and Managing Back Pain
During Pregnancy.
Manufacturers such as
Born, Naturalizer, and
Easy Spirit offer great
options.
If you're in a situation that
requires you to sit for an
extended amount of time,
make sure you're in the
most supportive position
possible: Sit so that your
hips and lower back are
touching the back of the
seat and your knees are
bent at a 90-degree angle.
It's also a good idea to
place a lumbar support
pillow between the chair
and your lower back. "The
pillow will improve your
sitting posture by reducing
head and neck slouching,"
explains Silva.
Lift Properly
Avoid picking up heavy
objects during pregnancy
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and follow these tips for
light-to-moderate lifting:
Keep your back straight,
bend at the knees, lift with
your legs, keep the object
close to your body, and
avoid a twist and lift
motion. If you must twist,
turn your entire body and
feet to face the new
location, rather than
swiveling at the waist.
(Use the same techniques
postpartum when picking
up your baby and any of
his gear.) Most important,
remember to ask for help
when you need it. If ever
there was a time when
people are happy to come
to your rescue, it's now.
Stay Active
Regular exercise can help
keep your back strong, but
be sure to check with your
doctor before beginning
any type of program. Dr.