I have had very bad SPD in all three of my pg's. During my first pg I didn't realise what was wrong and so I didn't do much to protect my pelvis and ultimately I was induced as I was no longer able to walk, let alone get out of bed or toilet! My two subsequent pg's, I had physio weekly from about week 16 and then twice weekly from 30 weeks on. When I was pg with my third child I discovered SRC Pregnancy shorts and I am quite certain they assisted in stabilising my pelvis somewhat. I was also very careful to always keep my knees together and limited any activity. Lots of sitting on the couch watching telly! (As opposed to DD1, when I figured a good long walk was what I needed to ease the pain! )

I had an epidural for each of my deliveries and as much as I was relieved to ease the pain of labour, I was more pleased to numb my bloody pelvis!! I ensured that my support people and MW's were aware of my SPD and we were very careful to make sure that my pelvis was protected in any movement.

Unlike PP's, my SPD did not resolve after delivery - although it improved within a couple of weeks - and on each occasion it has been at least 12 months post delivery before I could comfortably exercise, bend over, climb in or out of the car or push a shopping trolley.