OH! So help on the NHS is available is it???
" Backache and pelvic joint pain During pregnancy, ligaments become softer and stretch to prepare you for labour. This can put a strain on the joints of your lower back and pelvis, which can cause backache. As the baby grows, the hollow in your lower back may increase and this may also cause backache. To avoid backache: Avoid heavy lifting. Bend your knees and keep your back straight when lifting or picking up something from the floor. If you do have to carry something heavy, hold it close to your body. Move your feet when turning round to avoid twisting your spine. Wear flat shoes as these allow your weight to be evenly distributed. Work at a surface high enough to prevent you stooping. If you are carrying shopping baskets, try to balance the weight between two. Sit with your back straight and well supported. A firm mattress can help to prevent and relieve backache. If it's is too soft, a piece of hardboard underneath the mattress will make it firmer. Massage can also help, o...