You’re a Mum, Not a Machine: How to Handle Sciatica Before It Handles You

Being a mum is one of the most demanding jobs in the world — and you do it without clocking off. But just because you’re strong, doesn’t mean your back has to carry everything alone.

We’ve heard it too many times:
“I just thought it would go away.”
“It’s probably from carrying the baby.”
“I don’t have time to deal with it.”


Let me tell you about one of our patient’s sisters. She had mild sciatic pain for months after having her second child. She pushed through the pain, thinking it was “just mum stuff.” One morning, she bent over — and her back completely gave out.

She was bedridden for four months. She couldn’t lift her baby, couldn’t do school drop-offs, couldn’t even get off the couch without help. The pain had gotten so bad she was afraid to even be touched.

Mum, please — don’t wait until you’re stuck.
You can prevent this from happening to you.


Here are 3 simple tips to help manage sciatic pain — and support your spine while you care for everyone else:
1. Stretch your hip flexors every morning.
Prolonged sitting (like feeding bub or driving) tightens the hips and pulls on your lower back. Try a gentle lunge stretch to release this tension.
2. Strengthen your core — gently.
Weak core muscles mean your lower back takes the load. Start with deep belly breathing or gentle pelvic tilts — they make a difference.
3. Use heat packs at the end of the day.
A warm compress on your lower back can help soothe inflamed tissues and calm nerve irritation after a long day.

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And if you’re already feeling that pulling pain down your leg or that dull ache in your lower back? We’re here for you — with care that’s safe, gentle, and designed for mums.