Posts by Caroline Christensen, M.Ed
Treatment for Vulvar Varicosities During Pregnancy
Treating vulvar varicose veins using compression therapy during pregnancy can relieve pain and reduce symptoms. You are not alone if you have vulvar varicosities. Fifty-five percent of women will suffer varicose veins in their lifetime, according to a study done by the American College of Phlebology. This may not be a hot topic of conversation,…
Read MorePelvic Wellness During Pregnancy: Why it’s Important & How to Improve It
We’ve teamed up with What to Expect While You’re Expecting to bring you another great guest writer post. The pelvic floor is a sling of muscles and ligaments that stretch from the pubic bone to the spine. The pelvic floor is often compared to a trampoline as it will stretch when there is weight…
Read MoreBack pain during pregnancy? You’re not alone.
Back pain during pregnancy? You’re not alone. Are you experiencing back pain as your baby grows? Well, if so, than you are one among many pregnant women who experience this throughout their nine months. In fact, according to Mayo Clinic, it is estimated that between 50-70% of women will experience back pain at some point…
Read MorePelvic Back Pain During Pregnancy Podcast Chat
Pelvic and Back Pain During Pregnancy Podcast Chat Pelvic and Back Pain During Pregnancy can lead to complications, but there are so many interventions you can take to prevent or decrease pain. I was honored to be invited by Michelle Jersen, the Passport Mommy to discuss various issues that arise during pregnancy and prevention solutions…
Read MorePelvic Pain Relief During Pregnancy and Postpartum
PELVIC PAIN RELIEF DURING PREGNANCY AND POSTPARTUM Pelvic pain relief is one of the most important things a woman can ask for while pregnant. As a baby grows, the developing child pushes on all the organs surrounding the uterus. This can result in pelvic pain during pregnancy and postpartum. Pelvic pain can occur as early as…
Read MoreBest Maternity Belt for Pelvic Pain 2018- 2020 Award
Best Maternity Belt for Pelvic Pain 2019- 2020, MomLovesBest Review Babybellyband voted Best Maternity Belt for Pelvic Pain related to pregnancy in 2019 by MomLovesBest. We are proud to say that we have been solving pregnancy pain issues since 2007. We have worked closely with doctors and midwives and most importantly listened to our customers…
Read MoreThe Best way to Instantly Relive Hernia Pain
Instantly Relive Hernia Pain with the Babybellyband Feeling like you need many hands to support your belly at this point in your pregnancy? If you have pain in the abdomen, belly button, or groin areas, a hernia may be the culprit. The increase in pressure on the abdominal walls during pregnancy can often be…
Read MoreHow to help Round Ligament Pain during Pregnancy
Over Stretched and Under Stress: How to heal Round Ligament Pain and Strain during pregnancy Round Ligament Pain, what? Before pregnancy you probably didn’t even know you had a round ligament. It is very common during pregnancy for these little ligaments to really let you know they exist as they begin to stretch out. If…
Read MoreBest Belly Band for Pregnancy Support Top 5 Babybellyband
Best Belly Band for Pregnancy Support~ Babybellyband Voted Top 5 We are proud to say that Babybellyband was voted in the top 5 Best Belly Bands by Pregnancyandbaby.com! We have worked hard to perfect our belly bands and accessories, we have made changes based on customer response. CABEA takes pride in our customer service and…
Read More5 Totally Weird Pregnancy Ailments (That No One Wants to Talk About)
5 totally weird pregnancy ailments? Yikes! Chances are, whether you have been pregnant or not, you know the basics about morning sickness, cravings, swollen ankles and feet, and the searing back pain that comes with the position. But, did your girlfriends mention these 5 totally weird pregnancy ailments while chit-chatting at the last baby shower?…
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