Fluid Retention
It seems like my feet are growing. Is it my imagination
No. It is the fluid retention in your body
that causes feet and hands to swell. Due to hormonal changes, all the joints in your body
are relaxing including the feet. After delivery, although they return to normal, there is
a chance that you might need a size larger. Orthotic shoes, or shoes designed to correct
your distorted center of gravity are now available. Elasticized slippers are also known to
help.
My ankles are swollen
The necessary increase in body fluids
causes mild edema. Close to 75% of women go through this at some point in their pregnancy.
It almost always happens later in the day or even in warm weather. Relief can be found on
elevating your legs or after a few hours of lying down on your left side. Support tights
also help. You could try flushing out your system by drinking 8 glasses of water to ease
out the water retention. If your hands and face also begin to swell, notify your doctor
immediately
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