third trimester now and theres this dull ache under my right ribs especially when i sit for long. Its not unbearable but its constant and annoying na. is this just baby pushing up there? anyone else felt this.
As the baby grows and uterus pushes up, it presses on the ribs, that's mostly it. Got worse for me in third trimester. Changing position and sitting straight helped, but mention persistent pain to your gynac.
Usually it's just the growing uterus and baby's position. But if rib pain is severe, especially upper right with headache or swelling, please call your doctor, that needs checking. Otherwise mild rib pressure is common.
With twins my ribs took a serious beating, two babies running out of room. It's normal from the pressure, but I still flagged it to my doctor each visit. Loose clothes and good posture helped a bit.
Ugh my ribs are basically the baby's footrest these days. It's the bump pushing up and baby kicking that area. Stretching and sitting upright gives some relief, but if it's sharp do tell your doc.
