There are many articles written on the value of exercise throughout the life cycle.  Pregnancy is no exception.  Take a look at this article that we found in Today’s Parent Magazine that will make an expectant Mom feel good about exercise.

I totally agree with the thought that “active women with uncomplicated, low-risk pregnancies can keep doing most of their fitness activities, like running or classes, with modifications, like using lighter weights. Women who weren’t active before getting pregnant should begin a gentle exercise program, like walking, and build up their fitness level slowly.”  Pregnancy will advance over 9 months and your body can adapt slowly to meet the challenges.

A pregnant woman’s body does have hormonal changes that occur.  These hormones  allow ligaments to stretch a little extra prior to delivery and can lead to a shifting of the  pelvis bones.  This back pain can be addressed with exercise to provide additional stabilization or possibly a corset to give additional external support.  This type of back pain can be addressed by a physical therapist with additional training in Women’s Health.

https://www.todaysparent.com/pregnancy/how-to-exercise-when-youre-pregnant/