This exercise strengthens your trunk and thighs, helping you maintain a healthy lower back posture during your pregnancy.

• Place your feet 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 centimeters) from the wall.
• Rest your back flat against the wall and slide down the wall until your knees are slightly bent.
• Press your lower back against the wall by pulling in your stomach muscles.
• Hold for 6 seconds, and then relax your stomach muscles and slide back up the wall.
• Repeat 8 to 12 times.