Are you stocking new shoes because you can’t fit in the old pairs? You may notice your feet get swollen as your pregnancy progresses.
Feet grow during pregnancy\
👣Swollen feet during pregnancy
Swollen feet👣 and ankles are common symptoms during pregnancy because of the heavy weight of the uterus. There is also a chance that your feet will actually grow during pregnancy.🤰
👣Causes of feet growth
When you’re pregnant, the pregnancy weight gain puts pressure on your ankles and arches of your feet. Your feet then flatten and lengthen.
The surges of relaxin hormones relax ligaments in your feet, allowing the bones to get longer and wider.👠 The bones are not actually growing, but the compactness of ligaments gets unleashed, increasing your shoe size.👟
Ways to ease the foot swelling
👣Take break and sit down
Standing all day long makes blood flow concentrate more in your feet and swollen them up. Take breaks and sit down when you can.🪑
👣Comfortable shoes
A pair of good shoes👟 will definitely make you feel comfortable and at ease when walking. Avoid shoes that pinch or have tight straps. Look for the ones that have a low heel and provide good support for your arches.👢
👣Elevate your feet
Your sitting position also affects blood circulation. Elevating your feet🦵 while you sit helps refrain fluid from accumulating in your lower limbs and improve blood circulation.🩸
👣Drink plenty of water
Drinking lots of water helps you visit the bathroom faster.🚽 Excess fluids that cause swelling will be discarded making your feet less inflamed.🥛