14. Mommy Wrist Relief | How to Stop Wrist & Thumb Pain While Lifting Your Kids

Are your wrists or thumbs aching after lifting, carrying, or feeding your little ones? You might be experiencing Mommy Wrist / Mommy Thumb, also known as De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis — a common condition in new moms caused by repetitive motions that strain the thumb tendons.   In this episode, I explain what causes Mommy Wrist, how to treat it, and practical ways to prevent it from coming back. These tips are simple, actionable, and designed specifically for busy moms who want relief without sacrificing time with their kids.   About Me: I’m Amanda Rabin — physical therapist, athletic trainer, wife, and mom of three. I help working moms reduce pain and move with more ease through Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms, where I provide practical, clinically grounded tips for your day job, mom job, and everything in between. My approach focuses on small tweaks that create big relief, because I know motherhood doesn’t come with a pause button.   You’ll learn: ✨ The most common causes of Mommy Wrist and Thumb pain ✨ Simple exercises and stretches to relieve pain fast ✨ Daily habits and lifting techniques to prevent recurrence ✨ How small ergonomic adjustments make a big difference for your joints   🎁 Download my free ebook for even more quick, practical tips to reduce pain while mothering: Download the ebook here Follow me on Instagram for daily ergonomic tips and mom-life hacks: @dr.amada_ergocoach Let’s make lifting your kids feel easier on your body — not harder. 🤍 Join the free Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms Facebook community for more practical tips and support. 👉 Join here Interested in one-on-one ergonomic coaching to reduce pain and feel better in your mom life? 👉 Book your call here References: “What is Mommy Wrist and How to Treat it” by Thomas Kim  “4 Tips for Preventing Mommy’s Thumb Pain” by Sheila M. Tenny “De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis” by Physiopedia