Aches and pains
Anyone else developed new aches and pains since having a baby?
My shoulder is absolutely crippled from holding my baby and my hand has a weird bruise/strain pain. My partner also has pain in his hand and wrist.
I’ve asked specifically for a massage for my upcoming birthday as it’s so bad!
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Yes! I thought pregnancy pain was bad, I’m now experiencing a whole new world of pain I didn’t know I could experience. All in the name of love though
I've got really bad low back pains and arm ache as well x
Yep, lots of back ache and some shoulder/arm ache - on top of recovering from episiotomy 🙃
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Aches and pains
Anyone else developed new aches and pains since having a baby?
My shoulder is absolutely crippled from holding my baby and my hand has a weird bruise/strain pain. My partner also has pain in his hand and wrist.
I’ve asked specifically for a massage for my upcoming birthday as it’s so bad!
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