Pelvic girdle pain (abbreviated PGP) is a pregnancy discomfort that causes pain, instability and limitation of mobility and functioning in any of the three pelvic joints.

Symptoms include:
Difficulty with walking
Pain when standing on one leg, for example, climbing stairs, dressing or getting in and out of the bath
Pain and/or difficulty moving your legs apart, for example, getting in and out of a car
Clicking or grinding in the pelvic area (you may hear or feel this)
Limited or painful hip movements, for example, turning in bed
Difficulty lying in some positions
Pain during normal activities of daily life
Pain and difficulty during sexual intercourse