Cramps can occur in any of the muscles in the body but more commonly the legs. As the womb gets bigger it puts pressure on the nerves which supply the legs and therefore causes spasms.

Cramp will be made worse by

• Dehydration
• Tiredness
• Low calcium in the diet

Things you can do to help relieve cramps in pregnancy:

1. Try to have regular exercise as this will improve the circulation
2. Warm baths or showers may help to ease the aches
3. If you wake up with leg cramps try rolling a ball with soles of your feet as this will help to restore the circulation.