Third trimester and my feet swell up so much by night that my chappals dont fit yaar. MIL keeps telling me to keep legs up but doesnt help much. Any other things that actually work?
In my case, soaking my feet in warm water with rock salt for 15 minutes every evening gave me massive relief. I also stopped sitting with folded legs. This worked for me, but definitely mention it to your gynac on your next visit.
Because of my PCOS and hormone issues, I was very careful. I drank plenty of water throughout the day to flush out fluids, which sounds opposite but actually helps. Just watch out for sudden swelling on face or hands, and consult your doctor to be safe.
My feet looked like elephant feet towards the end, it was so hard! Just remember this phase is temporary and your body is doing something beautiful. Keep your feet elevated on pillows while sleeping and give yourself some grace.
While working at my desk, I kept a small stool under my feet to keep them elevated. Also, try to take a 5-minute walking break every hour. It keeps the blood flowing and prevents swelling even during busy workdays.
I am facing this right now in my 7th month, especially by the evening. Does compression socks actually help anyone here? I was thinking of buying them, but wanted to know if they are comfortable.
My pregnancy app suggested reducing high-sodium foods like pickles and chips, which really cause water retention. Tracking my water intake on the app also helped me ensure I was drinking 3 liters a day.
