Back pain...I am soaking in the tub as I write this bc my back is sore and I can't fall asleep. Another great thing for back pain are essential oils. There is one out called deep relief by young living essential oils. Works really well. Also ask ur Dr about some stretches you can do. I have 10 days left and between the stretches, oils and hot baths they haven't been so bad. Sleep w at least 1 pillow between ur legs...i sleep w one up higher and one by my ankles.
Hot flashes...dress as cool as possible and have a fan nearby. I got so warm at work one day I had to go to the break room and run cold h2o on wrists and put an ice pack on my neck.
I am in the same position. I am so uncomfortable it is unfair. I am 29 weeks and can believe i have 11 weeks of hell left.
Try ice pack or icy hot helps me. I keep a fan on me at night :))
Hey im 38+2 and im on the same boat as you!!