{"id":759,"date":"2026-01-26T15:58:16","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T15:58:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/portfolio.zenkoders.com\/ai-powered\/?p=759"},"modified":"2026-04-08T22:46:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T22:46:05","slug":"heres-what-to-do-if-youre-pregnant-with-tailbone-pain-according-to-experts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/portfolio.zenkoders.com\/ai-powered\/heres-what-to-do-if-youre-pregnant-with-tailbone-pain-according-to-experts\/","title":{"rendered":"Here\u2019s What to Do If You&#8217;re Pregnant With Tailbone Pain (According to Experts)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>It\u2019s no secret that pregnancy comes with its own unique set of aches and pains. But while you\u2019ve probably heard of things like\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebump.com\/a\/round-ligament-pain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">round ligament pain<\/a>, tailbone pain in pregnancy doesn\u2019t get as much attention. Still, it can and does happen. \u201cThe tailbone pain was the absolute worst!\u201d shares The Bump community member\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/forums.thebump.com\/discussion\/5073473\/pregnancy-postpartum-tailbone-pain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pinkcallalily<\/a>. It took time, but she finally felt relief around six weeks postpartum.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>If you\u2019re pregnant with tailbone pain, you\u2019re far from alone. It\u2019ll time but it\u00a0<em>will<\/em> get better. In the meantime, read on to learn from experts what exactly causes tailbone pain in pregnancy and what might help ease it a bit.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<h2>Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<ul>\n<li>Tailbone or coccyx pain is common in pregnancy, but remains infrequently discussed. It feels like an ache or pain in your bottom, as the tailbone is located at the very base of the spine.<\/li>\n<li>Tailbone pain can start at any point during pregnancy, but is most common later in the second and third trimesters.<\/li>\n<li>It\u2019s caused by added stress and pressure on your axial skeleton and pelvis, due to a growing baby, your expanding uterus and the placenta. It can also be exacerbated by the hormone relaxin, which loosens ligaments.<\/li>\n<li>You can use heating pads, ice packs, yoga and stretching to improve this pain in pregnancy and postpartum. However, if it doesn\u2019t go away you may need to seek a pelvic floor physical therapist.<\/li>\n<li>If left untreated, coccyx pain can get in the way of daily activities, like walking and sitting, as well as affect your pain level during future pregnancies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What Is Tailbone Pain During Pregnancy?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>The tailbone (also known as the coccyx) is the small bone located at the very base of the spine. This is where tailbone pain, aka coccydynia, is typically felt. \u201cI\u2019ve heard some of my patients say it\u2019s a pain in their bottom\u2014literally,\u201d says\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/askdrgreves.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Christine Greves<\/a>, MD, an ob-gyn at the Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women &amp; Babies in Orlando, Florida. And while it\u2019s not often the chief complaint among pregnant women, it\u2019s common enough. \u201cMore than half of pregnant women experience\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebump.com\/a\/back-pain-during-pregnancy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">back pain<\/a>. A smaller amount experience tailbone pain,\u201d notes Greves.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/health.osu.edu\/authors\/michael-cackovic-md\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Michael Cackovic<\/a>, MD, an ob-gyn at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, says that he \u201cprobably hears about from patients two to three times a day.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 jsx-2755309761 quote ugc fixed-width-d\">\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 content-box\">\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 content-copy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What Causes Tailbone Pain During Pregnancy?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>The cause of tailbone pain in pregnancy can vary. When you\u2019re expecting, there\u2019s a lot of stress on your axial skeleton (the bones that make up your head, neck and trunk) and your pelvis, and that can lead to pain and joint issues, says\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jessicashepherdmd.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Jessica Shepherd<\/a>, MD, a Texas-based ob-gyn.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>There\u2019s also direct pressure on your tailbone from your growing baby. \u201cThe tailbone, or coccyx, is immediately behind and below the uterus,\u201d Cackovic says. \u201cIn a normal term pregnancy, that means there\u2019s about 10 to 12 pounds pushing on it when you account for baby, placenta, uterus and fluids.\u201d Plus, \u201cyour tailbone serves as a point of attachment for many tendons and ligaments, all which have nerves that\u2019ll fire when something presses on them,\u201d he adds. Even seemingly minor things like\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebump.com\/a\/constipation-during-pregnancy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">constipation<\/a>\u00a0can make it worse.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>One more thing that could be worsening your coccydynia in pregnancy: Relaxin, a hormone secreted by the placenta. \u201cRelaxin\u2019s role is to relax the ligaments in the pelvis to allow for birth, and it can make the tailbone more sensitive,\u201d Cackovic says.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 jsx-2755309761 quote ugc fixed-width-d\">\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 content-box\">\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 content-copy\">\n<p>Maybe I&#8217;m the last person to know that having a big baby can seriously mess with your tailbone\u2026After an office visit and some x-rays, we found that my tailbone was likely dislocated initially, but is now just sort of out of alignment. I&#8217;ve got a physical therapy evaluation tomorrow to help fix the damage done to my back from sitting in strange positions and will be going to the spine institute to have a steroid\/anti-inflammatory injection in my tailbone area to hopefully reduce the swelling and pain while it continues healing. And I&#8217;ve got some nice muscle relaxers to help me while my back heals. Sure would have been nice if someone had ever told me that this could happen but I&#8217;m glad I&#8217;m getting it taken care of now.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 author_name\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forums.thebump.com\/discussion\/4765822\/ive-got-tailbone-pain-anyone-else\">lifesadance<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 author_title\">\n<p>The Bump community member<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-405700876 in-article-ad\">\n<div id=\"xo-tb-ad-slot-352-container\" class=\"jsx-3569987242 advertisement ad-call-finished\">\n<div class=\"jsx-3569987242 adText tbf_O2d tbf_O2m jsx-4294436647 adTitle\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<h2>When Does Tailbone Pain Start in Pregnancy?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>While coccyx pain usually happens more in the later stages of pregnancy, it can start during any trimester, Cackovic says. It\u2019s dependent on factors like your body size, pelvis type and whether you\u2019ve been pregnant before. Still, he adds, \u201cit\u2019s usually worse in the third trimester when the size of the baby and position add the most pressure.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-2998716887 imageWrapper fixed-width-d\">\n<div class=\"jsx-1598240284 jsx-111311237 lazyImgContainer\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"jsx-1598240284 jsx-111311237 jsx-2998716887 atomImage lazy-image loaded\" src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/6m9bd13t776q\/4jsNz2Mqd9oyf8g3hji4d6\/f318c77dbeda70497ff61ca76b751cb3\/tailbone_pain-1__3_.png?fm=webp&amp;q=75\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/6m9bd13t776q\/4jsNz2Mqd9oyf8g3hji4d6\/f318c77dbeda70497ff61ca76b751cb3\/tailbone_pain-1__3_.png?fm=webp&amp;q=75\" data-was-processed=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-1598240284 jsx-111311237 photoCreditContainer tbf_B4d tbf_B4m\">Image:\u00a0<span class=\"jsx-1598240284 jsx-111311237 grey\">The Bump, mi_viri | Shutterstock<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What Are the Symptoms of Coccyx Pain in Pregnancy?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>The symptoms of tailbone pain in pregnancy can vary from person to person, but, according to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebump.com\/a\/www.drsherry.com\">Sherry Ross<\/a>, MD, an ob-gyn, women\u2019s sexual health expert and co-founder of Oneself Intimate Skin Care, they can include:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<ul>\n<li>Sharp or dull pain in the tailbone<\/li>\n<li>Discomfort while walking and climbing stairs<\/li>\n<li>Aching when sitting on a hard surface<\/li>\n<li>Discomfort when lying on your back<\/li>\n<li>Pain during bowel movements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>How to Ease Tailbone Pain During Pregnancy<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>Tailbone pain can be one of the most annoying symptoms of pregnancy. But, while you can\u2019t change the factors that cause it, there are a few things you can do to try to get relief.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use ice or heat on your tailbone.<\/strong>\u00a0When the pain rears its head, reach for an ice pack or heating pad\u2014\u201cwhichever feels better,\u201d says\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/expert-biographies\/julie-a-lamppa-cnm-rn\/bio-20123370\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Julie Lamppa<\/a>, APRN, CNM, a certified nurse midwife at Mayo Clinic.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Get a special pillow.<\/strong>\u00a0Using a donut-shaped pillow or cushion (a round pillow with a hole in the center) can help relieve pressure when you sit, Greves says.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lay down on your side.<\/strong>\u00a0If you have the choice between sitting and lying down on your side, Lamppa recommends doing the latter, since it helps take pressure off your tailbone.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Try yoga and stretching.<\/strong>\u00a0Doing stretching exercises through\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebump.com\/a\/prenatal-yoga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">yoga<\/a>\u00a0can \u201cwork wonders,\u201d Cackovic says.<\/li>\n<li><strong>See a pelvic floor therapist.<\/strong>\u00a0Along with yoga, Ross says pelvic floor exercises and stretches are particularly helpful if your tailbone hurts in pregnancy. These can help strengthen the muscles that support the coccyx, lower back and pelvis. \u201cWorking with a pelvic floor physical therapist can also be useful in minimizing symptoms,\u201d she adds. She cites pelvic tilts, bridges and seated forward bends as some exercises that can help. Just be sure to continue doing any pelvic floor and lower back exercises throughout pregnancy and postpartum (as long as you\u2019re cleared to do so).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Take an OTC pain reliever.<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebump.com\/a\/acetaminophen-during-pregnancy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tylenol<\/a>, which is safe to take during pregnancy, is a good option here, Lamppa says.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Focus on your posture:<\/strong>\u00a0Ross notes that maintaining proper posture while sitting and standing can help ease tailbone pain, as it\u2019ll activate other muscles in your body. A part of proper posture is wearing comfortable and flat shoes, she adds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoid certain activities and positions:<\/strong>\u00a0While there\u2019s not a lot you can do to stop coccyx pain in pregnancy, you can be mindful of activities that may worsen it, such as lifting heavy objects, twisting, wearing improper footwear and getting constipation, Ross says.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 jsx-2755309761 quote ugc fixed-width-d\">\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 content-box\">\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 content-copy\">\n<p>I had it at the end of the pregnancy and after birth. I went to a physical therapist and chiropractor and it\u2019s all better now! Talk to your OB and get a recommendation for a physical therapist that works with women&#8217;s issues like this\u2014they can be lifesavers!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 author_name\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forums.thebump.com\/discussion\/2232601\/anyone-with-tailbone-hip-pain-during-pregnancy-that-never-went-away\">Ankea97<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 author_title\">\n<p>The Bump community member<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>When to Call the Doctor About Tailbone Pain<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>It\u2019s always a good idea to at least mention to your doctor at your next visit when you\u2019re having any kind of pain. But if you\u2019re having daily tailbone pain or it\u2019s excruciating, Shepherd recommends calling your doctor sooner rather than later. You should also notify your provider if it\u2019s getting in the way of daily activities, like walking, sleeping, having a bowel movement or having sex. Ross notes some other symptoms to flag are ongoing constipation, if you feel you can\u2019t empty your bladder, pelvic floor numbness and pain while using the bathroom.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Is Postpartum Tailbone Pain Normal?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>There are a few different reasons you might have coccyx pain after pregnancy, but they\u2019re almost all related to birth, Ross notes. Some reasons include:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<ul>\n<li>Having a traumatic vaginal birth<\/li>\n<li>Needing to use forceps or do a vacuum delivery<\/li>\n<li>Prolonged pushing<\/li>\n<li>Continual straining and laxity in the pelvic floor and ligaments<\/li>\n<li>A vaginal hematoma or bruising<\/li>\n<li>Complications from an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebump.com\/a\/what-is-an-episiotomy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">episiotomy<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>The good news is the pain should improve after birth as the body heals, Ross says.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 jsx-2755309761 quote ugc fixed-width-d\">\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 content-box\">\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 content-copy\">\n<p>For those having tailbone pain\u2026if you\u2019re not seeing any improvement, I highly recommend seeing a pelvic floor physical therapist. This saved me from years of pain when nothing else worked.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 author_name\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forums.thebump.com\/discussion\/comment\/89675567#Comment_89675567\">Rhubarb7126<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-2755309761 author_title\">\n<p>The Bump community member<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"styles__StyledAskedQuestionsWrap-sc-1y4febe-0 kYotvI faq-section\">\n<h2 class=\"title\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"item-box\">\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"question-box\">\n<h3 class=\"question-text\">Is it common for your tailbone to hurt while pregnant?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ask-box is-show\">\n<div class=\"jsx-197994470 ask-text tbf_B1d tbf_B2m\">\n<p>While less frequently discussed than back pain, tailbone pain is a common complaint during pregnancy and postpartum, experts say.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"question-box\">\n<h3 class=\"question-text\">How is tailbone pain in pregnancy diagnosed?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"q-toggle\">\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"ask-box is-show\">\n<div class=\"jsx-197994470 ask-text tbf_B1d tbf_B2m\">\n<p>Usually, providers can diagnose coccyx pain during pregnancy just by listening to your symptoms, Ross says. They may also do a physical exam and lightly press on the tailbone area to confirm their diagnosis.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"question-box\">\n<h3 class=\"question-text\">How can I stretch my coccyx when pregnant?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"q-toggle\">\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"ask-box is-show\">\n<div class=\"jsx-197994470 ask-text tbf_B1d tbf_B2m\">\n<p>The key to getting rid of pain is to strengthen the muscles that support the coccyx, lower back and pelvis with exercises including pelvic tilts, bridges and seated forward bends. \u201cWorking with a physical therapist can help guide you through pelvic floor exercises to improve tailbone pain,\u201d Ross says.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"question-box\">\n<h3 class=\"question-text\">What happens if tailbone pain in pregnancy isn\u2019t treated?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"q-toggle\">\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"ask-box is-show\">\n<div class=\"jsx-197994470 ask-text tbf_B1d tbf_B2m\">\n<p>While coccyx pain isn\u2019t a huge deal in pregnancy, it should still be communicated to your provider. If left untreated, it can affect your ability to walk, exercise, sleep, have sex and use the bathroom, Ross says, adding, \u201cChronic and ongoing pain can be emotionally damaging as well.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"question-box\">\n<h3 class=\"question-text\">Will tailbone pain improve after giving birth?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"q-toggle\">\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"ask-box is-show\">\n<div class=\"jsx-197994470 ask-text tbf_B1d tbf_B2m\">\n<p>Tailbone pain should improve during the postpartum period as the body heals, Ross says. However, if you continue to experience persistent pain, it\u2019s important to reach out to your provider.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"question-box\">\n<h3 class=\"question-text\">How will tailbone pain affect future pregnancies?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"q-toggle\">\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"ask-box is-show\">\n<div class=\"jsx-197994470 ask-text tbf_B1d tbf_B2m\">\n<p>According to Ross, even if you have coccyx pain during one pregnancy, \u201cit\u2019s unlikely that it will affect future pregnancies,\u201d as long as the pain is treated. However, if it\u2019s persistent or goes untreated, tailbone pain may affect future pregnancies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"question-box\">\n<h3 class=\"question-text\">Do you have to go to physical therapy to treat coccyx pain in pregnancy?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"q-toggle\">\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"ask-box is-show\">\n<div class=\"jsx-197994470 ask-text tbf_B1d tbf_B2m\">\n<p>This really depends on how severe your tailbone pain in pregnancy is, Ross notes. You may be able to do simple stretching on your own, but for more persistent pain, a pelvic floor physical therapist can be helpful in decreasing your pain.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"question-box\">\n<h3 class=\"question-text\">What do I do if my tailbone pain is severe?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"q-toggle\">\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"ask-box is-show\">\n<div class=\"jsx-197994470 ask-text tbf_B1d tbf_B2m\">\n<p>If you have severe tailbone pain in pregnancy or postpartum, reach out to your provider for pain management resources. They may also refer you to a pelvic floor physical therapist.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"question-box\">\n<h3 class=\"question-text\">Does tailbone pain in the third trimester mean labor is close?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"q-toggle\">\n<div class=\"styles__StyledAskedQuestionsWrap-sc-1y4febe-0 kYotvI faq-section\">\n<div class=\"item-box\">\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"ask-box is-show\">\n<div class=\"jsx-197994470 ask-text tbf_B1d tbf_B2m\">\n<p>\u201cHaving tailbone pain in the third trimester does not mean you are close to going into labor,\u201d shares Ross. \u201cYou can experience pelvic pressure as you get closer to going into labor, but tailbone pain by itself does not mean labor is looming.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \">\n<p>Tailbone pain can be a real pain in the butt during pregnancy and postpartum, but if you\u2019re dealing with it, know you\u2019re not alone. \u201cTailbone pain during pregnancy is an underdiscussed symptom,\u201d Ross says. \u201cIf you\u2019re experiencing persistent tailbone pain, discussing this symptom with your healthcare provider can minimize worsening discomfort during and after pregnancy.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-671273217 jsx-2157876970 atomText tbf_B1d tbf_B2m tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:px-10 tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:list-disc tw:[&amp;&gt;ul]:space-x-4 \"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s no secret that pregnancy comes with its own unique set of aches and pains. But while you\u2019ve probably heard of things like\u00a0round ligament pain, tailbone pain in pregnancy doesn\u2019t get as much attention. Still, it can and does happen. \u201cThe tailbone pain was the absolute worst!\u201d shares The Bump community member\u00a0pinkcallalily. 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