How To Cope With Swollen Ankles And Feet During Pregnancy
Olivia on Nov 20 2008 at 7:26 am | Filed under: Pregnancy
Coping With Swollen Ankles And Feet During Pregnancy
There are a lot of exciting things to consider when you are pregnant.There are as well, unfortunately, many aspects from pregnancy which we hope we do not develop, and if we do we try to block out as soon as possible.Swollen up ankles and feet are not the image that most of us have when we first learn we are pregnant. We think of ourselves looking good and feeling positive.
When To Be Concerned About Swollen Ankles And Feet
There is a condition, during pregnancy, known as pre-eclampsia.This occurs during the last trimester and symptoms are monitored and looked for at every medical examination during the danger period.One of the obvious symptoms is swollen ankles and feet, nevertheless, it is quite possible to have swollen ankles and feet without developing pre-eclampsia.If you have any worries you should immediately book an appointment with your doctor or midwife, but do not panic.
Caring For Swollen Ankles And Feet
During pregnancy, the circulation system of the mother is incorporated with her unborn child.This puts immense pressure on the whole of a woman’s body.This increases circulation and the added weight being carried can cause feet to get uncomfortable and to swell.It's a good idea to go shoe shopping during the first trimester of pregnancy and to look for some wide, comfortable flat shoes.Try to find shoes which are a bit fun as you may be wearing them throughout the pregnancy and as you discover other items of clothing getting too small, or uncomfortable it is nice to be able to put on well-fitting shoes which will make you feel better.Remember that if you choose shoes with a strap that the strap needs to be adjustable and should not be too close to the ankle as this may get uncomfortable during the advanced stages of pregnancy.
What To Do With Swollen Ankles And Feet
There is one great piece of advice – rest.If you touch your feet they might feel hot. This is where the pain pads come into their own.It would be pleasant to think that you could have a foot massage every time you sat and put your feet up, but that is regrettably not always possible.Equally rubbing your own feet during pregnancy gets really demanding as your bump gets bigger.Heat and water massagers are not great for overheated feet – they just seem to make you feel more uncomfortable. So the solution is these little pain pads which you pop in the fridge.They are great, you are able to either put your feet on top of them or cool your soles or you could place them under, or on top, of your ankles.This creates a lovely cooling effect which will promptly become a nightly ritual.If you are in a hot climate, or planning to visit hot climes during pregnancy, then these are crucial packing as they will help to keep you soothed.They can also be used to relieve the itch of mosquito bites, which is of value as antihistamines are not recommended for pregnant or breast feeding women any more.
