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Question

I’ve been having a lot of lower back pain that radiates into my pelvis. I am 31w1d. I didn’t experience this when I was pregnant with my son but I’m aware that every pregnancy is different. I’ve had period like cramping since this morning and the only thing that helps is rocking back and forth and side to side. My drs office told me this afternoon that I need to just rest and take it easy but obviously with a 2.5 year old, that’s not an option. I’ve been nesting for the last two weeks too. I also found out that I’m borderline gestational diabetic. Any advice on what I should do is welcome and greatly appreciated TIA :)

Answer

I find that I get that type of pain if I haven't had enough water and have been on my feet too much. Gotta love nesting! If it were me I would sit on the couch and chug some water and if you don't feel better in an hour or two then maybe go in or call the doctor back

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My back has been the hardest thing about 3rd trimester, going into my pelvis aswell. Since I’ve been booking in for one hour pregnancy massages it has helped my back immensely!!! I tell my massage guy to massage as hard as possible, it’s not pleasant at the time but afterwards I’m walking on clouds.... huge huge difference. 
As for the cramping, I get this mildly for very short time frames on and off and it’s usually when my body/emotions have been under stress so just drink lots of water and relax. 
If you lose your mucus plug, your waters break or you lose blood then yes, I’d say early labour and that warrants a call to the docs!

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