| Discomfort | What to Do |
| Backache | Exercise • Abdominal Support • Heating Pad to Back |
| Constipation | Increase fluids • Increase fruits, vegetables, fiber |
| Dizziness | Small, frequent meals • Increase fluids • Slow movement changes (lying/sitting to standing) • Rest |
| Heartburn | Small, frequent meals • Antacids • No lying down within 2 hours of eating |
| Headache | Tylenol (if not better call OB) • Increase fluids |
| Hemorrhoids | Avoid constipation • See safe meds in pregnancy |
| Insomnia (Difficulty sleeping) | Pillows/support • Relaxation exercises • Meditation |
| Leg Cramps | Massage area • Heat to area • Stretching • Calcium/Magnesium Supplements |
| Nasal Bleeding/stuffiness | Tilt head forward and squeeze nostrils for bleeding • Humidifier |
| Nausea/Vomiting | Crackers • Small, frequent meals • Bland foods |
| Round Ligament Pain | Warm compress • Tylenol • Change position • Support abdomen |
| Sciatica | Stretching • Heat • Chiropractic care |
| Shortness of Breath | Avoid sleeping on back |
| Vaginal Discharge (increased) | Can be normal in pregnancy. Call for appt if vaginal burning, irritation, itching or odor. |
| Varicose Veins | Support socks • Avoid Prolonged Standing |