My feet and ankles have started swelling up by evening, especially after standing in kitchen. Im in 3rd trimester now. Is this just normal ya something to check with doc? thoda heavy feeling rehta hai.
Mild swelling in your feet and ankles is normal due to extra fluids, but my doctor told me that sudden swelling in hands or face needs immediate attention as it could be a sign of high BP.
I panicked so much when my shoes stopped fitting in my second trimester! But my doctor assured me it's just water retention. Try keeping your feet up on a pillow, it really helps.
I recently delivered and yes, the swelling was quite bad in my last month. It completely disappeared within two weeks of giving birth, so don't worry too much.
Feet swelling is very common during summer pregnancies. When I was pregnant, putting my feet up on a stool while sitting helped me feel much more comfortable.
My pregnancy app mentioned that swelling or edema is very common in the later stages due to increased blood volume. Drink lots of water to flush out fluids and avoid standing for too long.
I know how stressful it is to see your body change and swell up like this. It is usually normal water retention, but if you are feeling anxious, checking with your doctor will ease your mind.
I actually got major feet swelling right after my C-section delivery. It took about ten days to completely go down, so just rest and keep your legs elevated.
Light walking really helped improve my blood circulation and reduced the swelling in my feet. Just make sure to get your doctor's permission before doing any walking or yoga.
I used to check my feet every hour because I was so anxious about preeclampsia! Honestly, keep tracking your BP at the clinic, it is the best way to keep your mind calm.
My feet literally look like swollen balloons in my 8th month! 🎈 Elevating my legs helps, but my gynac said it's totally normal as long as blood pressure is fine.
I had quite a lot of swelling in my third trimester. For me, soaking my feet in lukewarm water with rock salt gave some temporary relief, but check with your doctor if it increases.
