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I Feel a Sharp, Low, Pinching Pain Where My Baby's Head Is

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Brenna Davis

Pregnancy causes a variety of new sensations, including pinching, pressure and pain in the abdomen. Because your baby's head is the largest part of her body, it's also the area most likely to cause noticeable pain.

Brenna Davis is a professional writer who covers parenting, pets, health and legal topics. Her articles have appeared in a variety of newspapers and magazines as well as on websites. She is a court-appointed special advocate and is certified in crisis counseling and child and infant nutrition. She holds degrees in developmental psychology and philosophy from Georgia State University.