They poke around a bit, I couldn't stand both times on onset so thats how I knew. I had to be taped up when I first got it with Seth and was on strict bedrest till it settled down which took about a week after that I wore a brace intermittently. And did everything I could to minimise flare ups. It still hurt on a daily basis but things I did (or didn't do) helped. It also depends on where the pain is and if there is any sharp pains or clicking. It could just be relaxin setting in. Often when the relaxin becomes noticeable it can cause discomfort and SPD is said to be the blame when its just normal pregnancy stretching. But if you do have SPD as I say its better to get checked out now and start looking after yourself properly etc. Things I would recommend are when getting dressed sit down where possible never lean on one leg, try and keep your weight even on your feet and when getting out of bed, in or out of the car try and keep your legs together so sit down first if getting in or swing your legs out if your trying to get out. Separating your legs and putting uneven pressure on the pelvis can cause alot of pain and cause flare ups. From memory walking is worse than driving (believe it or not), stairs are the absolute worst thing so if you can avoid them, and depending on the position (TMI LOL) sex can be bad for it too. The main thing is to try and remember to keep your hips and feet in symmetry and you should be ok. Oh and NO vacuuming (damn right? LOL).

Goodluck I hope its just relaxin... but if not SPD is manageable And bubs is worth it

*hugs*
Cailin