How to get rid of leg swelling in pregnancy?

Question

I'm in my third trimester and my legs have started swelling a lot, especially by evening. It's becoming very uncomfortable. What home remedies or tips can help to reduce this leg swelling during pregnancy?

Deepthi Yadav · Answer

Keep pillows under your feet, though my legs still looked like two heavy logs of wood anyway!

Shraddha Zaveri · Answer

A light massage with warm oil from your husband works wonders 👣!

Suchitra Rawal · Answer

Hang in there, this swelling vanishes literally overnight once you deliver!

Aishwarya Munshi · Answer

Don't sit with hanging legs at your office desk, keep a small stool under your feet.

Monisha Mehra · Answer

Warm water mein thoda rock salt dalkar pair rakho, bahut aaram milega haan.

Mohana Sahni · Answer

I totally understand how heavy and painful it feels, please take proper rest and keep your feet up.

Trishna Subramaniam · Answer

Get your BP checked at your clinic, swelling can sometimes indicate high blood pressure.

Ayesha Kurup · Answer

Actually elevating your legs while lying down helps a lot yaar, try it.