My back pain is getting bad in the third trimester and my husband offered to give me a gentle massage at home. But im not sure which areas are safe to press and which to avoid na. Any tips on how to do it properly?
I totally understand how exhausting that constant backache can be, it's so hard to find a comfortable position. Just ask your husband to very gently rub some warm coconut oil on your lower back using light, upward strokes. No heavy pressure, just a loving, soft touch.
I used a pregnancy tracker app that suggested using a tennis ball against the wall for back pain. You just lean back on it and roll gently—it targets the sore spots beautifully without needing any hard massage!
Currently sitting with a heating pad on my back as we speak! I just ask my husband to gently massage my shoulders and upper back because my lower back is off-limits for hard pressure. Pregnancy makes you feel eighty years old, I swear!
Haan na, back pain during the last months is really painful. Ask someone at home to gently massage with warm sesame oil, but tell them to avoid the lower spine area directly. Soft circular motion on the sides works best.
If you are looking for a prenatal massage, it is best to go to a certified therapist who knows pregnancy anatomy. Standard deep pressure massages can trigger contractions if wrong pressure points are pressed. Consulting your doctor first is always the safest bet.
Back pain can be common, but always mention it during your regular doctor follow-ups to rule out other issues. For relief, my doctor suggested very gentle rubs with a warm compress rather than deep tissue massages, which aren't safe.
