Your Pregnancy: Week 17

I am not sure if any of you other women are having this problem, but I have chronic aches and pains in what feels like my lower pelvic wall? I don't remember having this much discomfort with my last one...though that was over 7 years ago! I asked my Dr. and she said it is normal....it does not feel normal :(

Lower pelvic wall? Are the aches off the side a bit? My midwife mentioned the tendons normally holding the uterus in place are being stretched A LOT especially in 2nd trimester, and if your pains are off the the side even a bit, you are probably feeling the stretching. I feel it most after getting out of bed or the car, or anytime I twist at all. Sometimes going from sitting to standing causes the feeling also. Hope that helps!

Anyone having leg cramps? I feel like my right leg is constantly on the verge of a cramp. Yuck!

I am having the same pains too. On the left side of my bump. At my last check up my dr told me the same thing. It's all that streaching your tummy is going through. I guess the baby does through a huge growth spurt in weeks 16-18. I guess the disscomfort is normal.

I wake up every morning to excruciating leg cramps. Always in my calves. I decided to up the banana intake :)

I totally have that pain... have you asked your dr? i haven't talked to my dr... im wondering if its growing pains or if its something more serious?

Definitely feeling the lower abdomen/side pain, as if I pulled something, but inside. Today, the back pack started as well. It's still really excited but I never realized all the aches and pains I would have!

I had that too, the Dr. said everything is fine.

I'm already starting to have back pain...this is my first pregnancy....and I'm well endowed...and the first month could already see that they were getting bigger...is that the reason why my lower back has been hurting or is it the baby?

I had the same cramping... called my dr and the nurse told me to drink more water because I was actually cramping worse after urinating. She said it could be typical 2nd trimester cramps, or I could be dehydrated - which could lead to my uterus cramping or a bladder infection. Just 1 more thing to worry about :)

Are they similar to what I call, "stabbing vagina pains"? If yes, then I get those. Not chronically. But, I get about two a day and they last about a minute or so. Same with the ligament pain in the sides (though - that pain occured more with my first child - hasn't happened all that much yet). I wouldn't worry too much. But, it's your call. Obviously if you're in pain for more than I'd say 5 minutes with this, and it doesn't go away when you lay down and relax - you might want a second opinion.

I don't have pelvic pains or leg cramps but I have sustained quite a bit of back and neck injury over the last few years and I have bursitis in both of my shoulders and all of that is totally flamed up. So I pretty much have a total body ache from the waist up.

I am 17 weeks pregnant and this is my third child. I am feeling aches and pains too in my lower area. I also feel aches and pains in my upper thighs. I kind of think maybe the baby is on a nerve. I'm more nervous because I haven't felt a kick yet and I know I felt much more movement with my other two by this time.

anyone experiencing terrible headaches? I have been getting terrible migrane headaches one to two times per week-any thoughts?

I am having leg cramps. I've started eating bananas to see if that might help. Plus, my hips are so sore I'm walking like I'm saddle sore and I wake up several times a night to switch sides. I tried sleeping with a pillow between my knees, but it didn't seem to help much. Hopefully this won't last for the next 5 1/2 months!!

I have had some problems with leg cramping myself. Often times, a good stretch will help a lot. Stretching on a daily basis increases oxygen flow to your muscles and will help a lot with sore muscles. Hope that helps :)

I have definitely been feeling the same aches and pains in my lower pelvic wall as well. I am told that it's normal and as the uterus is growing...There are so many things going on in there getting ready for baby, it's normal to feel the effects of it :)

I'm really glad to know I am not the only one feeling the pains on my lower pelvic wall- even when the doctor said they were normal, I was still a little bit nervous....

I was having, well I am having the same problem. I don't remember it from my other kid either. She is 4 now. I was told by a dr that its called round tendon stretching or something like that. I am comforted to know Im not te only one that this is new for!!!

I am a massage therapist and I work at a Chiropractic office. I would suggest that all women start getting prenatal massages. There are special cushions that some or most therapist have that allow you to still lay on your tummy up to the 40th week. They are very comfortable and it is amazing how you feel after a massage. they can even massage your tummy and baby will relax too. Also getting regular chiropractic adjustments helps too. It allows your body to, and women who get regular adjustments and massage tend to have shorter less intense labor. Good luck. Most insurance covers both massage and Chiropractic care. Hope that helps a lot of ladies out.

I was having pain in the lower pelvic wall, then I hit a few prenatal yoga classes, and it magically disappeared. Seriously, it was like night and day. If your o.b. says it's alright, try a yoga class?

My last pregnancy was 3 years ago and when my son was 9 mos. old we were in a bad car accident that threw my back all out of whack. so that makes sense, my pains are much worse than my last pregnancy and the stretching of the uterus is more painful as where my first pregnancy just felt like rubber band snaps to my tendons and muscles.

This is my first pregnancy and I feel like I am experiencing all the "joys" of pregnancy. I am 17 weeks, the cramping has seemed to dull a little but the headaches have definitely picked up ( I used to get migraines before and Tylenol does nothing) but the Fiorecet has helped. I am so glad someone mentioned the itchy nipples b/c they are driving me crazy, even peeling and lotion hasn't seemed to help, any other ideas??

Ugh, my leg hurts! Doctor said I had sciatic pain, which my mother had with me when she was pregnant. That's what I get for working out! :) He said I pulled on the bundle of nerve fibers in my low back and that the pain radiates down the right leg. boo!

Standing quickly seems to trigger a lot of the pulling and aches. The other day i stood off the couch too quickly and it nearly took the wind out of me!

Do you feel that tickly feeling in your lower abdomen that makes you wanna pee all the time?

I am having leg cramps too! I get them in the middle of the night on top of going to the bathroom 5 times a night. I have tried everything! Any suggestions?

My calves feel like they are about to cramp every once in awhile, which never used to happen before. My Dr. said I should stretch my legs every morning and make sure that I am drinking enough water. I am also getting the pains everyone is talking about and my dr also said it is normal!

I kind of panicked at first, too. :) I still feel them--weird, eh? I've found that the book, "What to Expect when you're Expecting" to be extremely helpful!!! Helped calm my nerves after experience aches an pains in the lower pelvic wall, etc. Also, Mayo Clinic has a great book as well. Thanks to my Mom and mother in law for the books!

I am experiencing a lot of pain with my tailbone. I cannot sit for extended periods of time. I have to get up constantly but that only helps temporarily. Even the drive home is starting to bother my tailbone and it's only a 20 minute ride (sometimes less). I started experiencing these pains around my 16th week. It's my 18th week now. I've heard of back pain but so far...I haven't hear of anyone complaining about tailbone pain.

My OBGYN said the same thing about the tendons, but he also mentioned that since I had endometriosis, that it could be part of it! Makes sense. Endometriosis causes scarring and scar tissue doesn't stretch! But yes, have the same pains!

I was having an unusual pressure in my ab area in the center. I went to the doc and he said I have a bit of uterine irritability from the constant growth and the fact that im having twins isnt helping. im 17w2d and my uterus is now where a women carrying one baby would be at 5 months...scary! but he said all the well and to just take it easy.

i dony like onions....but i love my little one.....i want a different referance LOL

moni2005 - I had the same thing happen to me my first pregnancy. Were you a bit overweight to begin with? I ask because the HCG that is coursing through your system can cause you to burn abnormal fat like a crazy woman when you are pregnant. Especially if you started out a little heavy before you got preggers and if you are eating super healthy now. I would talk to your doc though to be sure but with my first baby I actually lost a ton of fat and looked skinnier after she was born than I had it years. It was crazy! My doctor was very pleased with my fat loss and my baby girl was very healthy. :)

does anyone have a chronic neck pain? Mine is on the right side and i can't bend my head side to side (ear to shoulder) either way. It hurts so bad, almost like i slept the wrong way, but it's been going on for about 2 weeks now. Any thought, ideas... ? I think it has something to do with not being able to get comfortable at night... but it's not my pillow, i've switched it out a few times trying new ones to see if anything would help. What should i try?

I´m having all of the above, though since it´s normal I´m not too fussed; it´s actually quite exciting to me cos it means the little one is growing, or is about to and I´m making space (it´s our first, but my mum remembers quite a lot from her pregnancies and my body is pretty much a copy of hers). Been having cramps forever though (calves, hips, bum), and cos im a backsleeper this side sleeping thing isnt working out too well. Despite the glorious body pillow, I´m twisting and turning all over the place! Though because I walk to and from work everyday (40mins each way) most of the cramps ease out on the walk, I also strech during the night and open up my hips on the fitball in the morning. And swimming!! swimming cures it all! Honestly ladies, swimming 2 or 3 times a week will make such a difference! you will still wake up all achy, but it will subside faster and after a good swim all is where it should be again :o)

MUSTLOVEDOGS THIS IS FOR YOU It is round ligament pain, I'm in a ton of pain all the time. It is normal and OK. Take tylenol and don't do any sudden movements.That is what my doctor said.

@chasa...the "almost" leg cramps are a killer!

I woke up last night to throbbing arm cramps in my upper right arm. I thought it would go away, but I'm still in pain. Any advice?

1st baby and we get to know the sex in just 6 days! DH and I already want to be able to hold baby but we know the wait is well worth it.

Someone mentioned "round ligament pains"? Here's a wiki link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Round_Ligament_Pain First time my Dr mentioned this it me I looked it up and saved the link :). Oh yes, I too an 17 weeks today! and this is baby number 1, our son ;). We're very excited as well. I am having leg cramps myself, tried the pillow thing, but can't seem to get it to stay comfortable. I usually sleep with one leg over my husband's legs, but since I have to sleep with my back to him now (I sleep ONLY left side now otherwise it is hard to breathe when on my right side. Which by the way, is due to a certain bunch of nerve endings that are primarily toward the right side of your body, per my OB. So it's best to stay on your left side if you can help it). My Mother recently sent me a Boppy "wedge" It's AMAZING! I'm been putting it under what little belly I have that sticks out when I sleep at night and it's made a huge difference! Last week I was getting up every 2 hours at night to pee (as the OB said, I started "peeing for two" since baby's kidneys started functioning). But last night I slept so well I didn't get up one single time! I was also exhausted though because hubby and I hiked a mountain Saturday to get to the" Wrigley Memorial Botanical Gardens" and I desperately needed the sleep to recuperate, lol! Hope this info helps you all like it did for me :). Blessings! E

The only major issues I've had (other than being 40) is a low lying placenta which causes some bleeding, mostly minor. I have a good chance of having it move up in my uterus. My weight gain has been minimal but I'm a little overweight anyways. I flunked my first glucose test so I have to do the 3-hour test tomorrow. Overall this pregnancy has been met with some early obstacles but seems to be going better than my first pregnancy which resulted in PIH and Preeclampsia, early delivery, NICU..the who nine yards. 23 more weeks to go!

That is totally normal, I just had my appointment this week and that is one major thing that he said would start happening, he said sometimes the pain can be very sharp (even when you cough or sneeze) so dont worry about that, your body is just making room. As for the leg cramps..YESS! I have too, and I think its from the summer months as well, we are already using our muscles for the little bit of extra weight, the humidity isnt helping either..doctor said to just drink plenty of water and stretch at night or in the morning to loosen up a bit. Also, avoid sitting for long periods of time and try to walk and relieve the pressure a bit.

I am still not able to post on the boards and its really frustrating me....i keep reading all yalls posts and want to post my own....how do i get up with customer service so that i can fix this problem....

Wasn`t really feeling tired/exhausted up until now. It`s hit me like a ton of bricks. Wondering if its because I`m carrying twins? I`m sure at 17 weeks things are supposed to ease off a bit??? Could cry i`m that exhausted!

just being curious... how much weight has everyone gained so far?? I'm up 12 lbs... 130 to 142.

I am having that problem too! This is my first pregnancy and I feel it when I twist or sometimes when I sneeze or cough and it hurts!! Its mostly on my sides and lower abdomen but I was told that it's just round ligament pain as your ligaments stretch to make more room for baby. I'm sure after all this when the baby comes it will be all worth it though!

I've been having those pains mustluvdogs2007 .. HORRiBLE.. I feel like the pain I'm feeling and the discomforts the doctors are speaking about are COMPLETELY different!! Personally, I'm switching doctors because my doctor acts like EVERYTHING is normal. Not to mention I've only had one ultrasound in the past 6ish months + No labs done at prenatal appointments. If you get anymore information on the pains please keep me updated as I'm obviously not going to get any answers any sooner.

I am having pretty bad leg cramps mostly at night, I haven't had charley horses since I was a kid or in college and drank too much. I find that drinking pedialyte before bed helps a lot and keeps them cramps away

I'm also having these pains... BAD! The doc. says it's round ligament pains. It's just everything stretching- but it does suck, it feels like knifes in there! We'll get through it together :)

It also has been 7 years since my last pregnancy. The only question is my left leg upper thigh goes numb like it's a sleep I keep thinking it's the baby laying on a nerve. It does not happen all the time but has happened more than once. This has been a different pregnancy since my last one I never had nausea with my last one and this one I have but it subsides from day to day and the latest thing is I am starting to get tireder. Thank you and have a great day, Christa

It also has been 7 years since my last pregnancy. The only question is my left leg upper thigh goes numb like it's a sleep I keep thinking it's the baby laying on a nerve. It does not happen all the time but has happened more than once. This has been a different pregnancy since my last one I never had nausea with my last one and this one I have but it subsides from day to day and the latest thing is I am starting to get tireder. Thank you and have a great day, Christa

17 weeks with my first and feeling good... still tired and randomly hungry at weird times... finding out what we're having in 3 weeks! can't wait to register and start the nursery!!!!

We got our first ultrasound and it was amazing we found out the sec ( we are having girl) and we saw her move her mouth and it was just amazing.. the developmnt at 17 weeks surprised me i didnt think she was that big already. so excited and ready for her to be here

my pubic bone feels like I have been punched there :( and I have been wearing compression hose (YOU HAVE TO DO THIS, your legs feel so much better!) so I am one hot mama right now!!

For those with leg cramps, my montrice just recommended a combination calcium-magnesium supplement. The magnesium will help muscle cramping, headaches, etc... and the calcium aids the magnesium to absorb into your system. The magnesium sort of acts as a muscle relaxant and therefore, also helps you sleep.

I was feeling the round ligament pain, because the uterus has to stretch 14 times its normal size and be supported by these ligaments. My coworkers informed me to drink lots of water to help lubricate my joints and tendons and that helps me alot. I feel lots of little kicks too!

omg my left leg constantly feels like its asleap i just carnt wate now to feel the baby move

moyuen- I have been having the exact pain in the tailbone...hurts to sit for periods of time. I have to drive 6.5 hours to WI and back once a month and its KILLING ME! I don't know how to manage it or what exactly is causing it or what is happening.

what if you dont feel baby move at this time should i be worried...? when should i worry?

I had back surgery two yrs ago and didnt htink Id ever get pregnant again its been 17 yrs. My whole body hurts with any change in my ruteen.Mostly my lower back left leg and hips. Its horrable.I cant walk for more than a few min with out having to sit down and rest due to my leg going numb.Im worred this wont go away after the baby comes?

Ok so I am already 17 weeks and Ive felt the baby move @ 16 weeks. I am experiencing lower pelvic pains which is not normal to me. but the problem is I still get crazy morning sickness and non-stop vomiting. so not normal.

LOL!!! I'm starting to wonder if there is something to that saying "the seven year itch".... My last pregnancy was also seven years ago... As with you guys I don't remember being this sore. However, I was much younger and kind have been blaming it on my age and being pregnant. Thanks for posting about the pain/discomfort as I too had been wondering....

yes i have leg cramps all the time, also i get the aches and pains, my doc says it's normal but it just doesn't feel right.. Its been almost 7 years since my last pregnancy, and i don't remember feeling like this at all..lol but then again i was 7 years younger, and of course had a lot more energy.. happy pregnancy to all ;-}

i am suffering from cramps on my right leg too!!! it is awful but i guess it is normal...maybe we need more vitamins or something lol...also feeling the back pains constantly...it is nice though because it is all part of the miracle of life!!!

I have had the worst leg cramps all in my calves, to the point where i dont want to get up and walk after

It is funny you asked this because I have been wondering the same thing. It has been 9 years for me since my last pregnancy and I do not remember these pains either. Doc says it's nothing to be concerned about but it certainly doesn't feel normal.

Is anyone having problems with lite spotting?

i have been having a hard time removing my bowels is that normal...

So before I got pregnant I never understood the fascination with getting and ultrasound and now it is my very favorite thing! At 17 weeks not feeling movement but to see that ultrasound with all the stretching and wiggling is the best! Found out 2 days ago it is a little BOY and could not be happier!!

It has also been a while since my last pregnancy 9 years to be exact. I have the same issue. My Doc said it is more noticeable with the second and up pregnancies. I to feel that it is not normal but I got extra rest over the weekend and feel much better. Congrats to all ladies hope you all have fantastic pregnancies.

Most embarrasing...itchy nipples..anyone else?

I too have been getting terrible leg cramps in the middle of the night. Dr. said to drink tonic water and eat a banana a day to help...hope it works!

I get alot of sharp pains through out my abdomen. Please tell me thats normal? It being a weekend I can't get a hold of my doctor...stupid small towns.!

my pelvic area is very achey...almost like menstrual cramps but less painful and more constant...i'm also starting to feel it in my lower back... i want to use a heat pad for my lower back but am a little nervous...i read that it shouldnt be dangerous as long as its not on directly the belly...anyone know more about this?

Im 17 weeks and I have the same pains and most likely it is round ligament pain caused by your ligament stretching to accomodate your growing baby

start taking hot showers at least 3 times a day.my doctor said it would help soothe the pain and it does.

How do I stop anxiety attacks about having a sick baby?? Amnio came back normal but there are some crazy work and family around me that are telling me nightmare stories about still having a disabled child. I know stress is no good for me or the peanut. Anyway to make it stop??

WELL lets see, when I was pregnant 28 years ago, with my second, there were no ultra sounds unless you had a problem? We went by months not weeks and yes I had leg cramps, headaches, backaches, constipation, baby legs resting on what seemed to be my intestines... (all normal)!! that was the fun part, 16 years later we taught our children to drive, Now that's when you feel pain!! (lol) enjoy your pregnancies, remember what you are creating is not only complex, but remarkable and wonderfull! Grandma Carole M. New York cpm20

I need help with HEADACHES!! I used to get them before... take an Advil and GONE!! But now I cant take my Advil... and Tylenol doesnt always help... I go to bed and wake up with it again the next day!... any good advice?

Yay Im 17 weeks 1 day!! ugh I wake up in the morning and my legs just hurt like crazy!! Idk if its bc i toss n turn all night from side to side...? Help?!

I feel your pain Kristinablazic. I've been experincing horrible headaches as well and will often go to sleep and wake up with them. The one thing that I can recommend is try and drink a little caffeine with two Tylenol and drink lots of water. That usually helps me. Good luck!

does anyone know what is the usual amount of movement to feel at 17 weeks. I have noticed what I am pretty sure is the baby moving over the last week and a half or so but the last day or 2 I haven't really noticed any type of feeling is this normal to feel it sometimes and then not at all for a long time? I know in the next 3 or 4 weeks I can measure it more but whats normal for this stage of the pregnancy?

See your local pre-natal chiropractor! www.icpa4kids.org

I'm 17 weeks pregnant and we are so excited to find out the sex next Monday the 20th! Great xmas present for our family! :) Need opinions on pregnancy body pillows-what's the best one out there? I've been using just a regular body pillow from Target to try and train myself to sleep on my side (I'm a complete stomach sleeper), but now that my tummy is showing more, ithe one from Target doesn't really do much for my stomach and it's getting uncomfortable. I've been looking at the Snoogle pillow or the Boppy body pillow online. Any suggestions on which to get?

i already have really bad back pain to top everything else off.

I am a pee monster :)

I'm 17 weeks pregnant with twins;) This is my first pregnancy after five years of trying. We had to do the IVF (2nd try) I was put on bedrest due to complications. My best suggestions to all the mommy's to be please rest as much as you can. We had a scared about 2 weeks ago....I'm always on the go and thinking I could be superwoman. Wish everyone the very best...this is going to be a great year 2011.

I've been having trouble breathing. I was at work the other morning and it just hit me out of nowhere. I was on the phone and I could barely speak I felt so winded. A couple of times I felt I was going to pass out so I went in the back and tried to sit for a little bit to see if it would help. I'm sure it's normal but it doesn't feel normal for me, not being able to breath is a scary feeling! If anyone else is experiencing the same thing is there anything that's helped you?

They are normal round ligament pains i freaked out too..

Solution: see a chiropractor! It's important to find someone who specializes in prenatal care, but oh, sooo worth the search. My back, neck, and legs were KILLING me, and since going to my chiropractor, everything feels soooo much better. Not perfect, of course- I still have another person sitting on my bladder, after all! But seriously, look for a chiropractor, preferably one with certified in the "Webster Technique"- you will be so glad you did! (And, my insurance even covers it! Woohoo!)

As far as the aches and pains go...my doctor said its natural I am having the same aches and pains and she said that it is probably just tendons and ligaments pulling and stretching...I am expecting twins and they have been killing me! Sleep helps or ice packs help a lot!

OMG, I'm so happy I read this! I just came from the doctor today because I thought I was dying. My pain is only on my right side though. It's great having this board to read.

well i dont know if i can eat pikles but i crave them alot

Has everyone felt their little ones? I am worried, I'm 17.5 weeks and have not felt anything yet.

this is my second baby and it is a complete difference from the first time around...my first preg. was soooo easy no problems.i am 17 weeks now and.this time i am uncomfortable constantly. I have the round ligament pain and sciatic pain very frustrating having all that and chasing a 3 1/2 yr old. But its worth it. Frustrating the husband doesnt understand that this time isnt as easy as the first time around

To Misschel; as far as the peeing goes, you are lucky you are only peeing once an hour. Wait until you get a little further and it will be every 20 minutes!! Good luck to you. I have been having the same pain in my peliv area, it feels like it is stretching and it is the absolute WORST!! And now, my lower back aches so much. This is my 3rd baby and I am questioning it everyday. I forgot how much pain and discomfort came along with it. I just remembered the life changing outcome, which couldn't get here quick enough! Good luck to you all!!

I am 17wks pregnant now and my partner only had sex about 3or 4 time, i am really worried about when i am ready for delivery the complication i'm going to face, cause it doesn't seems to be interested in sex now.

and by "wait" i really meant weight! ;)

okay all you skinny people... who have not gained any weight. i am almost 18weeks (on monday 2/7) and i have gained 12lbs. i started out at 108lbs and now iam 120lbs.... thens got to be something wrong with gaining that much weight.....

moyuen...could be a hemorrhoid that is not pleasing to hear but i had the same problem with my second pregnancy.

I too have had round ligament pain -- isolated to my lower left side at first and now in my lower abdomen. I went to the doc, and she said everything looked fine --just baby stretching and growing. We had a 3-D ultrasound Sat and found out we're having a girl! We were so excited that we put our entire nursery together last night. If your anxious or worried about your baby, I would suggest getting a 3-D ultrasound with your doc's permission. It really eased my mind to see her in there looking happy and moving around. We went to a local place that just does those 3-D u/s and they charged way less than the OB -- $99 for a 1 hour session with photos, cd and a dvd, when the OB would charge $250 for one picture.

I went to the ER on Saturday due to horrible pains in my belly button and on my right side of my abdomen. It felt like needles were being poked out of me form the inside.? If that makes sence? The ER doctor said it was probably Round ligament pain. This is the first time I've ever had pain like that and after reading all my baby books, I would of never guessed the pain that can cause. Plus being a first time mom, I'm sure there's so much more to come.. But it's all worth it :) Can't wait to meet my little man!

For those of you that have leg cramps or headaches for that matter try running the cramp area over warm water and grab yourself a glass of milk.( or have a shower I find it really helps rather than reaching for a Tylenol if you have a headache).I found that really helps for me. This is my fourth pregnancy. I am 39 and I am 17 weeks along so far no cramps but I find now it has been 8 years since I have been pregnant I think I am not shaking this ill feeling probably has to do with the fact that I am older now. I only had a bit of morning sickness with my first born only daughter and no morning sickness with pregnancy 2 & 3. Maybe I'm having a girl but I think it has to do with age?

This is my first baby and my first trimester went well with no morning sickness and only mild headaches. Just as I began getting comfortable in the 2nd trimester I started to have really bad lower back pains and my legs hurt when I walk. My doctor said that this is normal and just use heating pads. I am trying to stay active but I dont want to be in pain and I hope this doesn't lead to me having to be on bed rest.

I have also had the "pains in my pelvic area", literally feels like the ligaments are tearing apart, mosting on the sides when I turn in the bed or try to sit up. Dr. says its ligaments stretching. Sciatic Nerve is miserable, attempting a pre-natal massage as I've heard they are very helpful...on leg cramps too:)

Yes! I've been experienceing posterior pelvic pain for the last two months. I've been working with my trainer to strengthen my leg and butt muscles and engage and strengthen my core muscles (without laying on my back) to protect my back. Walking helps a lot, so does a heating pad at the end of the day. I've also started sleeping with a pillow between my knees at night, and not sleeping on my back, which has helped subside it quite a bit. Good luck!

I get the same pains. This is my 3rd baby & never felt these lower pelvic pains before. Dr.also told me it was normal but that dehydration could bring on these pains. I brought up my water intake & the pains have gone down alot. Hope this helps! :) Congrats pregos!

The only thing I'm weirded out by right now is the lactation, I thought that wasn't supposed to happen for a few more months.

I am getting little cramps in my lower belly every now and then but the most annoying thing are these dull headaches I am getting...I am waiting for my energy to come back but with these headaches all I want to do is take a nap.

having a great 17 weeks baby move more and more every day

I also had horrible stomach pains and I'm just 16 weeks. It usually felt like stretching aches around the sides of my belly, but the past few days it was sharp pain in my lower right of my belly near my hip bone and it was really tender to the touch. The Dr. ruled out anything serious and said she thought it was a herniated tendon...

ive been feeling the baby alot for the past three days! yipeeee!

I wouldn't call it cramps. It feel like my lower abdomin is tensing or tightening up and it feels uncomfortable. Otherwise I'm great!

Just made 17 weeks yesterday, but three days ago, DH felt baby kick from the outside! Really cool!

i gained 20 pounds in a month but i was under weight is that bad

My previous c-section was 5 years ago and I have been feeling the same way. I noted to my doctor that I don't remember being in this much pain with my last one and he said unfortunelly I have alot of scare tissue that is ripping and tearing as my utrus is growing!!! Just have the comfort knowing that your not the only one going through this and I hope we both feel better very soon!!

This is my second pregnancy and everything is different. I'm having problems sleeping because I can't seem to get comfortable and then when I do, I wake up because I have to go to the potty. Any suggestions?

I've been feeling movement since week 10. This is also my first baby.

I have migraines everyday and im 4 months and 1 week pregnant what is this from?

they are round ligament pains.

I am 17 weeks today and will find out the sex on May 12th. I'm having cramps in my lower abdomen and leg cramps. Seems pretty normal from what everyone keeps saying. It is nice to see other women feeling the same way that I am feeling. My husband just says "call the Dr."!

I have the same thing! it's a bit like a cramp, it come quickly and then disappears. My Dr. also said it's nothing to worry about! :)

My hips and shoulders are so sore every morning I wake up from only sleeping on my sides. I'm scared that if sleeping is already this uncomfortable, I'm going to be miserable when I'm big!

Its seems like I could sleep at anytime and any where didn't happen the first time!

I strongly recommend that you see a Chiropractor to help with your lower back aches and pains (including pelvic and legs). I received Chiropractic care during my 1st pregnancy and even now with my 2nd pregnancy.

Yup, I am having the same problem with pressure and achiness in my lower left side. I am pregnant with twins so may be double for me. Dr said it is normal there is not much they can do just rest and drink a lot of water.Man it does hurt sometimes though.

if i lay in bed to long ill get sickk but if i get up ill also get sick. seems like every morning i have to throw up or ill feel yucky till i do

We got to see the baby yesterday! It was amazing! I had been having gallbladder issues and had a abd ultrasound and asked if they would take a peek at the baby. The baby had its little fingers all fluttering in front of its little face and was flipping and kicking like crazy! I am 17 weeks today and we find out the gender the first week of june... I cant WAIT :D

mustluvdogs - im having the same thing... it comes and goes, but seems like its more often then not... sometimes if i press lightly on my lower pelvic region (even in the center) it hurts and feels almost sore to the touch, but if i shift my position, it was go away... thoughts? comments? concerns?

I'm 17 wks and have gained 2 lbs (after losing 7 lbs). 1st pregnancy. No kicks yet. I had excruciating lower back pain in my sacral region which worsened with walking and laying on my back. I had an awesome prenatal massage and did a prenatal yoga class and the pain disappeared!!! I'm going to keep up with the yoga and massages because I'm sure the pain will return as I start to gain weight and continue to grow. If you're in Los Angeles, the massage therapist is Leah Miller and yoga at Silverlake Yoga. Good luck!!

me too- noticed the cramps/pains this morning and freaked out a little, but relieved now to see this post!

This is my third pregnancy and I can say this is the most uncomfortable so far. Guess its because I'm chasing after two toddlers. Anyone have any advice about extremely itchy skin?

@Mustluvdogs --- It's either your uterus moving up and out of your pelvis (it causes cramps) or round ligament pain. The ligaments are stretching and thickening to support the growing baby. :) Also, my baby keeps kicking me in the ovary because of where my uterus is this week. LOL It could also be something like that. My guess is it's normal-- but if you're uncomfortable with accepting that, CALL YOUR DOCTOR! :)

I have had side pains on both sides...thought it was a kidney infection at one point. I woke up this morning and it has gone away. I have had every "bad" symptom with this pregnancy. My other two were not like this at all. It's been very fun and tiring, hoping with my second trimester that things work out...not having morning sickness as much but now I have heartburn pretty bad :) Yay! I am now 17 weeks and am really starting to show. Almost can't wear regular clothes anymore....maternity clothes feel more comfortable for my growing belly. I can't squat to get things in the lower cabinet without feeling like calling in a trackhoe to hook me up so I can stand up again (lol). Good luck to everyone out there on your pregnancy and delivery!

The lower abdomen/side pain is called "Round Ligament Pain" and is perfectly normal. Round Ligament Pain generally refers to a brief, sharp, stabbing pain or a longer-lasting dull ache that pregnant women commonly feel in the lower abdomen or groin, starting in the second trimester. If you suddenly change position, such as when you're getting out of bed or out of a chair or when you cough, roll over in bed, or get out of the bathtub. You may feel it as a dull ache after a particularly active day — when you've been walking a lot or doing some other physical activity. I would contact your doctor if your pain is different than described.

Sometimes I have this feeling of something sitting on where my ovaries would be or pressure at the bottom of my stomach, what is that?

i am 17 weeks and a few days, and i go to have my 4d ultrasound Saturday at 11 to find out if its a boy or girl and i am so excited!!! : )

my dr warned me of sharp ligament pain! she said completely normal.

On my second appointment the doctor informed me the I was R negative and said I would be needing some shots. He didn't give me anymore than that, so I did a little research. I am now 17 weeks along....any clues as to when I'll be getting those shots? I'm trying not to worry and be spastic about every little thing, but I'm new at this and want to make sure I'm getting the best care I can. Anything will help!

Find out the gender of my baby today!

Last week I had the multiple-marker blood screening. I struggled for weeks because friends warned me about the mixed results of this test. Now it came back with an elevated risk & I'm sad & panicking. I go for a level II ultrasound on Wednesday. I'm just wondering if anyone else decide to get or not to get this bloodtest?

One thing I have found that help with the muscle cramps in the legs is to straighten your leg and pull your foot towards you. I had one this morning and that's what I did to stop it, also I have not been drinking a lot of water the past 2 days and that's when I have gotten the muscle cramps. That is the first time I have had them at all during my pregnancy and I'm 17 weeks and 1 day. I hope this helps you all out.

I'm desperate to feel our baby kick. :(

IM 17 WEEKS AND IM NOT SHOWING AT ALL!!!! I FEEL LIKE IM NOT EATING ENOUGH AND MY BABY IS STARVING! LOL I HOPE I BEGIN TO SHOW SOON......AS FAR AS THE CRAMPS I HAVE THEM ALOT BUT IN MY BUTT (WEIRD) AND YES THOSE PAINS ON MY PELVIC REALLY SUCKS

I have those pains too! I'm having twins so I feel like my stomach already weighs a ton! and Those stretching pains are horrid! But on a good note, I'm Feelin the babies move alot!

I am having the same aches and pains. And I am like you I dont remember this with my 1st one....not this early on any ways!

yep, I am having the same pains. They feel like a chalee horse but in your lower tummy. I cant move or breath when I get these, also lower in the pelvic area same thing. And yep my doctor says its normal. We are stretching our body is getting ready for the big day. And also doesnt help that Im getting older. Im 33 on my 3rd my 2nd and 3rd are a little closer than my 1st and 2nd.... 12yr apart ;) I have been doing some light swiming and it helps. I choose light swiming because its too hot to walk in this Texas weather lol Doctor cant say anything...its excersize right?

My pubic bone aches all the time. Almost feels like a tennis ball that weighs like a bowling ball pushing out from the front. I wonder if the bone widens to make room for babys entrance into the world... oh, P.S. this is my second pregnancy and the last one was almost 7 years ago, too!

Hi, I'm not actually pregnant, my daughter is. She lives 3,000 miles away from me and I don't get to talk to her as much as I'd like to. I thought this would bring me a little closer to how she and the baby are doing. It's been 39 years since I was last pregnant and things have changed a lot. I hope you don't mind me joining the group.

17 wk 5 day and still no pains (thanks God) because I have been one of those unlucky people who still have morning sickness even now. However this week has been full of changes. Because I have been so sick, I wasn't gaining any weight and didn't look preggo, but this week I feel like I have gained a ton. It actually only been 3 pounds, but it feels like a lot. I am so bloated. Anyone else always boated and constipated?

Anyone else feel like they get out of breath easily? I get up and do housework, but by the time I sit down I feel like I just ran a mile. I know it isn't anything serious like a blood clot, but just want to make sure I'm not going crazy and this is normal.

It has also been 7 yrs since my last pregnancy and I experience the same aches and pains from time to time. My doc says that the baby sits lower your second time around because the uterin muscles are not as tight as they were before so that may contribute to the aches. Also the fact that you're 7 years older than you were when your last child was born has something to do with it as well. Just rest and do kegals like the others said and as long as not contractions or bleeding then you should be ok

im 16 weeks now , not put no weight on when do u show .doctor say all ok i just want a bump

This is my 2nd pregnancy, my daughter is 7 ½ months old. This time they called and said that my blood levels show that the baby may have Down Syndrome. I don’t want to have an amniocentesis done and I’m still waiting to hear about a scheduled 2nd stage ultrasound. Down Syndrome doesn’t run in my side of the family or my boyfriends side. They said it is less than 1% that the baby will be born with Down Syndrome and it could be a false positive. Has this happened to anyone else? It wouldn’t make me love my child less, I just want to know ahead of time.

Minor aches and cramps are normal. anything severe is not. If its your pubic bone hurting severely like if you cant roll over while sleeping then it may be Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction. which is not uncommon. Kegel excercises help but you just have to deal with it until after birth.

Just started feeling flutters 2 days ago!! Such a beautiful feeling. Also joined a mami group so that I can find women who I can relate to.

Thanks or such great advices here. I was searching for some nice advices for my pregnant wife and I found them here luckily. I will definitely bookmark your website and get back there soon. Thanks! Regards, Chris from cialis 5 mg

I am 17 wks and I have been getting a lot of cramping lately. I thought it was just because I had to pee but it stays there. The only thing that seems to help it a little bit is sitting in a warm bath. Is any one else getting this or is it just me :(

I asked my Nurse Midwife about the leg cramps because I almost got one last week in the morning. She said it's a lack of potassium and/or calcium, which makes sense because this trimester is when the baby's bones are forming. She suggested bananas and Calcium supplements (Tums). So I'm hoping that will help.

@Chasha When i was in my first trimester I had very bad leg cramps that went up my leg and through my butt muscle.. and it was very painful.. But it has stopped now in my second trimester I don't have them anymore. I told my doctor, and she said that it is normal. She told me what it is called but i forgot.. It will pass just becareful standing up!

Yeah, the abdominal pain in the sides of your abdomen are round ligament pains. You will also get them in your vagina. I call the vagina pains "lightning crotch". The abdominal pains I have been getting since long before I was ever pregnant. I thought my ovaries were exploding it hurts so bad. :(

Does anyone else have circulation problems? I wake up everyday with both my arms "asleep"!

Lately my right arm and my legs will go numb on me. My carpal tunnel has been killing me! My doctor says that my arms and legs will get numb because I'm gaining too much weight... are you kidding me?! I barely eat! With my first pregnancy I didn't get any numbness but this is ridiculous. Anyone else get this?

I am having pain in my butt yes my butt lol. I think its my syactic nerve. i know i'm not spelling that right. but the more i walk the more it hurts. With my job i'm almost always walking. sometimes during the day i sit at the computer and my boss says its because i'm sitting more than i should lol right!

Yess....I am pregnant with my fourth and I am experiencing the same pains and I was saying myself that I also didn't remember these pains with the others either. My last pregnancy was eight years ago, but I was also a whole lot younger with my other children. Not sure why it seems as though alot of things are happening for the first time or seem brand new....This is not my first rodeo....LOL

How do u gals sleep at night?! Omg! It's so uncomfortable now from the back pain to getting tired of sleeping on my left. I'm just so restless because I can't get comfortable! Any suggestions for a better night sleep? I miss sleeping on my tummy!

Same here lots of pain equals lots of ligament stretching I guess. I'm also getting sharp shooting pain in that area not fun and so far my Dr so it's normal. Am excited to feel the baby moving:)

My nose be sooo stuffy i could barely breathe i hate it..is having a atuffy nose normal?

My back is killing me, I constantly feel like I had a really hard workout. I booked a prenatal massage for Sunday and it cannot come fast enough!!

I'm 17 weeks and I'm not having any pelvic cramps. But the leg cramps and restless legs are killer!

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Last night, I had to go to the ER. Found out I have a bladder infection. The good news, we got another ultrasound, confirming that our precious baby GIRL is doing in there :) This is my 1st pregnancy, and I am surprised by all the difficulties : backaches, headaches, and now this infection, but she worth every bit of discomfort. Now if I could just feel her move!

I'm 17 weeks- haven't had any pain or cramps! One word for all you ladies that are delaing with this- YOGA!!