All at once my feet and ankles have started swelling. Seems to me it is a bit early for this to start. It happens when I sit down, even if only for a short time. I'm just afraid something is wrong. Anyone have any advice?
2006-06-16 02:15:08 · 15 answers · asked by brunette_61 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Causes of Swelling During Pregnancy
Extra fluid in your body helps prepare you for pregnancy and delivery. It allows your tissues to handle the growth of your baby. It also prepares your pelvic area for labor and delivery. Extra fluids in your body account for much of the weight gained during pregnancy. You body usually get rid of them in the days after delivery.
During late pregnancy, your growing uterus puts pressure on the veins to your legs and feet. This slows blood circulation and causes even more fluid to build up in your feet and ankles. Standing or sitting with your feet on the floor for long periods of time can increase the pressure on these veins.
Swelling: What You Can Do
Some swelling, particularly in the feet and ankles, is normal during pregnancy. Here are some tips for relieving and managing this swelling:
Relieve the pressure. Put your feet up on a footstool or hassock, or lie on your side. This will relieve the pressure on the veins of your lower body and reduce the swelling. Take breaks during the day where you can sit with your feet up. While you sleep, raise your legs slightly with pillows. Don’t cross your legs when you sit. Avoid standing or sitting with your feet on the floor for long periods of time.
Stay cool. Heat can make the swelling worse. Stay cool and try not to get overheated.
Improve your circulation. Lying on your left side can help improve your circulation and reduce swelling. After long periods of sitting, take a short walk. Avoid tight clothes or jewelry that cut off the circulation at your wrists or ankles. Leg massages and supportive tights or stockings can also help improve circulation.
Do not take any medication (such as "water pills") to reduce swelling without first talking to your health care provider.
2006-06-16 02:46:43 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-30 08:33:15 · answer #3 · answered by mccowen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you'd be ok to take a Tylenol. Probably not EVERYDAY but twice a week is fine. As for your ankles, try and see if your work will provide you with a foot rest, and keep your feet elevated at a 90 deg angle. This should help with circulation, which may be causing the swelling. Good luck.
2016-03-27 05:30:14 · answer #4 · answered by Lisa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your probably OK. Just like the others said - watch your salt intake, keep your feet propped up level with your chest, not higher or lower. Try to rest as much as possible, walk when you can. If you really have a concern you should see your OB/GYN to make sure everything is OK. Congratulations and good luck.
2006-06-16 02:31:54 · answer #5 · answered by Flymomma 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no there's nothing wrong i think that its the fluid but just keep your legs propped up when laying in bed just make sure that they are above your heart.Just make sure that you keep comfortable shoes take advantage of the hot wear get some nice flip flops.
Here's a website that I used that has helped me then and now
www.babycenter.com
this website will tell u all the things that you have to look forward to.
Congradulations
2006-06-16 02:19:07 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
when you're sitting, keep your feet propped up. get some walking exercise each day, even if it's just around the block.
keep your water intake up. staying properly hydrated is VERY important. i drink at least 64 oz. of water a day. i use 2 32 oz. water bottles to help me stay on track. i take them with me everywhere!
also, i use a pillow to put under my legs when i sleep. i secretly hope this will help with swelling AND spider and varicose veins:)
take care and i hope this helps!
2006-06-16 02:20:16 · answer #7 · answered by joey322 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless the swelling is extreme, I wouldn't worry about it. I swelled up too but just make sure that you don't sit or stand for long periods of time to keep the circulation flowing. If it really bothers you, call your doctor.
2006-06-16 02:18:17 · answer #8 · answered by skyjava1974 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask you ob to check your bp to make sure you do not have PIH which is serious. If you don't you want to just keep your feet up and lay off the salt.
2006-06-16 02:19:26 · answer #9 · answered by AlongthePemi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my moms did that with my sister, the dr. told her to go into a pool since ur all light in a pool it gets some weight and pressure off ur feet. but i wouldnt stay out there to long cuz i heard that to much sun is not good for the baby.
2006-06-16 02:18:03 · answer #10 · answered by LiLHeAtHeRx09 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋