Do your feet grow during pregnancy?

Question

My shoes feel a bit tighter lately, and I'm wondering if it's just me or if it's common. Do your feet actually grow or swell during pregnancy? I've heard some women say this.

Vanita Roy · Answer

Oh god, even my footwear is suddenly feeling so tight now in my 5th month! Is this temporary or will my feet stay this big even after delivery?

Jayalakshmi Sachdeva · Answer

Due to fluid retention and the hormone relaxin, feet can definitely widen or grow a bit. Since PCOS pregnancies can sometimes have higher swelling risks, keep tracking if it is normal swelling or too sudden.

Lilavati Dash · Answer

While mild swelling and larger feet are normal, sudden severe swelling in your feet can be a sign of high BP. Please get your blood pressure checked by your gynac to be completely safe.

Laveena Dutta · Answer

Yes, they actually do for many because of swelling and hormone changes. Buying slip-on shoes one size larger helped me a lot.

Chithralekha Mane · Answer

Haan, relaxin hormone joint loose kar deta hai toh feet expand hote hi hain. High heels side me rakho aur flat, comfortable walking shoes pehenna shuru karo.