Stretches & Daily Activities
At all points in life, various stretches and exercises can help us maintain good health and movement. Pregnancy is no exception. Below are videos that Dr. Kimmie has recorded for you explaining her top 5 activities to be doing through pregnancy to keep your body moving and comfortable.
This technique is beneficial for helping ensure baby is able to get into an optimal head-down position.
Great for anyone experiencing sciatic nerve pain through the glute and down the back of your leg.
When the psoas muscle gets tight it might cause low back pain, difficulty walking, pelvis pain, and more!
This stretch is a great one if you are experiencing low back discomfort!
As your body begins to change with pregnancy, so does your posture! This stretch is great for reducing tension in front of your shoulders from a rounded forward posture.
Ensuring that you are doing a “360 degree breath” where you have even expansion on your front, sides, and back of your torso is optimal. Tightness during a full inhale can cause abdominal pressure issues, including pelvic floor problems.
Practicing rows will help strengthen the muscles between your shoulder blades and should be used in addition to your pectoralis stretch to prevent from an overly rounded forward posture.
Disclaimer: These recommendations are based on the average pregnant mama without complications. As always, you should consult your prenatal provider to determine whether these are appropriate stretches for you to be doing in YOUR pregnancy.