Is lifting heavy things mostly a risk while further along??

Question

I’m 8 weeks and just was shoveling outside and feel like I may have over did it. Is it a concern while in early pregnancy or more so when your further along?

Answer

I lifted heavy weights until 34 weeks my last pregnancy! As long as your body was used to it before and you modify as you go. It’s your third trimester that you need more modifications and changes due to the every growing bump! 
With snow shoveling the risk is more with falling than the actual shoveling.

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By 8 weeks, a thing called elastin has already started to loosen your joints. It's meant to loosen your hips for a more successful labor, but it loosens every joint in your body in the process. That's why even if your body is used to lifting heavy, it might not feel right when pregnant, especially if you made any quick movements since you're literally pulling your arms out of their sockets (okay, maybe an exaggeration, but still). Best thing is to listen to your body and take as many breaks as you need

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If you have been doing it prior to pregnancy, then no, it is not problem before 20 weeks at all. But consult your doc to be sure.

Answer

My doctor says no matter how far along 25lb limit. The further you get the more restrictions (maybe) you’ll have.

Is lifting heavy things mostly a risk while further along??

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