Doula

Answer: D - Pain relievers are seldom helpful for leg cramps. When experiencing a leg cramp, a pregnant mom can do gentle massage of the location where she feels the cramp, as well as stretching the calf muscle. Her partner can assist with these treatments. Heat to the site of the cramp is sometimes useful. A mother-to-be who regularly experiences leg cramps can also ask her healthcare provider about adjusting her calcium/phosphorus ratio. Other ways of limiting leg cramps include staying well hydrated, exercising regularly, and not sitting for long periods. If a mother notices redness, swelling or heat at the site of the cramp, she should check with her healthcare provider, as this might indicate a blood clot.