Leg Cramps in Pregnancy: Causes, Relief & What to Expect

Question
I am 30 weeks pregnant with my 3rd child.  For the last few weeks I have cramps in my calfs during the night.  Could this be related to my pregnancy?

Answer
It is very common to have complaints of leg cramps during pregnancy. Try standing on a cold floor (like a tile floor of the bathroom), and try flexing your foot opposite to what the position it is in when the cramp starts. You can also get someone to massage the muscle that is cramping.