Hi all, do first time mummies experience pain in wrists? Not sure is it because I always support baby's neck n bottom w my wrists when I lift her up or I use strength wrongly when carrying her, my wrists are hurting more and more when flexing. Should I see GP or specialist or Chinese sinseh? Any advice?

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There's a name for it called mother's wrist and it occurs commonly during and after pregnancy due to hormonal changes, fluid retention and lifting. You may see a sinseh to see if it helps before heading to a doctor. GPs will likely prescribe anti-inflammatory medicine. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/De_Quervain_syndrome

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Home Baby hi all do first time mummies experience pain in wrists not sure is it because i always support babys neck n bottom w my wrists when i lift her up or i use strength wrongly when carrying her my wrists are hurting more and more when flexing should i see gp or specialist or chinese sinseh any advice