You have two of these ligaments located one on each side of your uterus. They originate from where your Fallopian tubes attach to the uterus and then attach to the tissue of your labia major.

As the baby grows these ligaments are stretched and have an extra load placed on them. As a result you can experience sharp pain in the lower belly or going area on one or both sides.

Movement and good body mechanics are going to be key in helping you manage this pain.

Give these 4 exercises a try to help manage your round ligament pain. As always make sure you consult your Obstetrician, Midwife, and/or Physiotherapist about any discomforts or pains you are experiencing.

1) Glute Bridge with Ball Squeeze (Can use a pillow or a yoga block if you do not have a pilates ball)= 2 sets of 10-12 reps

2) Modified Sideplank Banded Clamshell= 2 sets of 8-10 reps/side

3) Banded Pallof Press= 2 sets of 10-12 reps/side

4) 1/2 Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch with Reach= 45-60 sec/side

Keeping your core, glutes, and upper body strong are important to help you maintain better posture and limit the strain on your body. Again, I highly recommend seeing a Physiotherapist to help you. You could also try wearing a belly support band .