What to do for swelling feet during pregnancy?

Question

My feet have started swelling quite a lot, especially by the evening. It's becoming really uncomfortable. What can I do to help with swelling feet during pregnancy?

Andal Annamalai · Answer

Drinking lots of water actually helps flush out the extra fluids and reduces swelling! I also used to do a gentle walk daily which helped my circulation and kept me fit for my normal delivery. Keep your feet up and stay positive!

Anika Sawant · Answer

Keep your feet elevated on pillows whenever you sit or sleep, it really helps with the fluid retention. Also, cut down on high-sodium processed foods. If the swelling is sudden and very severe, check your BP and contact your gynac immediately.

Bhagyalakshmi Kadam · Answer

Please be very gentle with yourself. While mild swelling is common, sudden swelling in hands or face can sometimes mean high blood pressure, which is risky. Please monitor your BP regularly and let your doctor know about this.

Aneeta Rajagopalan · Answer

My doctor explained that the growing uterus puts pressure on pelvic veins, causing fluid buildup in feet. She advised avoiding standing for long periods and sleeping on the left side to improve blood circulation. If you experience headache or blurry vision along with swelling, contact your doctor immediately.

Anjali Sachdeva · Answer

Soak your feet in warm water with a little rock salt for 15 minutes, it gives instant relief. Also, don't sit with your legs hanging down for long hours. This is a very cheap and effective home remedy that worked for me!

Deepika Unni · Answer

Pairon me sujan toh bohot common hai pregnancy me, ho na. Tum thoda gungune paani me namak daal kar pair duba ke baitho, aaram milega. Par agar sujan achanak bohot badh jaye toh doctor ko zaroor dikhana, haan.

Mohana Karve · Answer

Try drinking warm cumin or coriander seed water, it's a great natural way to reduce water retention. But if the swelling is very sudden or accompanied by severe pain, please consult your doctor immediately to check your blood pressure.

Ilakiya Pandey · Answer

My sister had bad swelling during her pregnancy, and she found that sleeping on her left side helped a lot with blood flow. I hope you find some relief soon. Please ask your doctor if the swelling doesn't go down after resting.