Pregnancy and Postural Changes

Artwork illustrating biomechanics of pregnancy and postural changes through the trimesters.
This is the perfect focal point when alleviating pregnancy discomfort. During pregnancy, a woman’s body goes through various physiological changes, including postural changes. As the baby grows, the woman’s centre of gravity shifts forward, causing an increased curving of the lower back and a protruding abdomen. This can lead to an altered posture, with a forward tilt of the pelvis and an increased curvature of the spine. These postural changes can result in discomfort or pain in the lower back, hips, and pelvis, but can be managed through posture correction, exercise, and the use of support devices.