Pregnancy can bring all sorts of unfamiliar sensations, and sudden sharp pelvic pain—often referred to as “lightning crotch”—is one that tends to catch many people off guard. While the name might sound alarming, it’s usually a normal part of pregnancy and linked to the way your body is changing as your baby grows. What is lightning crotch? Lightning crotch is a term used to describe a quick, sharp, or stabbing pain in the pelvic area, vagina, or cervix. It often comes on sudd