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Pelvic Girdle Pain (Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction)

Last reviewed by medical team: June 2026
🔵 Common Pregnancy Symptom

Why It Happens

Occurs when the relaxin hormone relaxes pelvic joints too much, causing pain in the pubic bone or hips, especially when walking or climbing stairs.

Safe Home Remedies

  • Keep your knees together when getting in and out of cars.
  • Use a maternity support belt.
  • Avoid heavy lifting or pushing.
  • Perform pelvic floor (Kegel) exercises.

⚠️ When to Contact a Doctor

Talk to your doctor if pelvic pain is severe, limits your mobility, or is accompanied by clicking in the pelvic joints.

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Typical Week Ranges

This symptom commonly occurs during these weeks of pregnancy:

Week 20 Week 24 Week 28 Week 32 Week 36 Week 40
Related Conditions

Symptom matches for these prenatal conditions:

✦ Gestational Diabetes ✦ Preeclampsia

Clinical Questions & Answers

Q1: What is SPD?

Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction, a condition causing pain in the front pelvic joint due to joint instability.

Q2: How do I sleep with pelvic pain?

Sleep on your side with a thick pillow between your knees and ankles to keep your pelvis aligned.

Q3: Can pelvic girdle pain affect labor?

It rarely prevents vaginal birth, but discuss comfortable birth positions with your team.

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