Wrist pain
My baby just turned 4 months old, and I’ve been dealing with a lot of wrist pain. I’ve tried almost everything I’ve found online, but nothing seems to be helping. The pain is especially bad in the mornings, and sometimes it’s difficult for me to even hold my baby because of it. I’m not sure what else to do and would really appreciate any advice.
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I thought I was the only one.
So for me, I tried the wrists gloves I don’t know exactly what to call him, but you can find them on Amazon. They are for carpal tunnel. Have someone help you carry your baby. Drink a lot of water. And if your breast-feeding for me, it went away after six or eight months. Doctor suggested getting the surgery if it lasted over the six months but I did t do it and it went away!
Did you see to turn your wrist away from you when holding the baby? It's likely from pinching the nerve when craddle holding- I had the same thing
It could be de Quervains tenosynovitis (mom wrist). It's associated with holding your baby a lot with a tight bent wrist. There are some specific exercises for it but ultimately you just have to be mindful of stress on your wrist. Adjusting your grip/hold and giving yourself frequent wrist breaks should help but if it doesn't or becomes significant I'd speak with my doctor about it. They may be able to recommend physio
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