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Hi girls. The pain you have sounds like something called symphisis pubis dysfunction or SPD for short. I really feel for you cos I had it with my third pregnancy from around 17 wks. I could hardly walk up stairs, put on clothes and turning in bed was sheer agony. Unfortunately it usually gets worse as the pregnancy progresses but you should ask your midwife to refer you to physiotherapy. They will try all sorts of exercises with you. I ended up on crutches at the end but the good thing is that it does disappear after baby is born. My baby is 8 wks old now. Dont let anyone tell you its just your body preparing for birth - it IS a recognised condition and I am surprised the doctor or hospital hasnt mentioned it before now. Please ask cos they can help. Good luck xx

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