https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:28:34 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2149606 Mon, 20 Apr 2015 08:40:40 +0000 LindsayInNY 2149606@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@gracecat: Really? Never thought of that! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2149382 Sun, 19 Apr 2015 21:30:50 +0000 gracecat 2149382@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I got really swollen too and the only thing that helped was acupuncture... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2148884 Sun, 19 Apr 2015 07:21:20 +0000 MrsADS 2148884@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm only 21 weeks but I live in a very hot climate (south FL, in the mid-90s already this weekend). My feet are mostly ok, maybe a little swollen, but when I am out in the heat, my hands swell and I can't get my rings off. It goes away when I'm inside in the AC. I am worried about my feet/legs as I get further along :shocked: </p> <p>I'm pretty thin as well, I don't really know what to do about it. My BP is fine. I try to drink a lot of water, that's about it! And not stay outside when it's really hot out! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2148651 Sat, 18 Apr 2015 17:26:38 +0000 Mrs.ThinMint 2148651@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Not to be an alarmist, but if you're swelling just do a quick check of your blood pressure to make sure everything is ok. I had preeclampsia, so I get worried about swelling! :happy: You're probably fine though! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2148582 Sat, 18 Apr 2015 15:29:52 +0000 SugarplumsMom 2148582@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@gingerbebe: I've been looking for comfy sandals. Thank you for the recommendation! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2148450 Sat, 18 Apr 2015 11:20:11 +0000 FaithFertility 2148450@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@SweetiePie: ughhh I feel you I was the same mine were HUGE! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2148448 Sat, 18 Apr 2015 11:19:25 +0000 FaithFertility 2148448@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@LindsayInNY: ughhh I'm sorry I had extreme edema around 26 weeks until birth my feet were soooo bug that I wore big slippers at work (teacher) and we'll TBH out too....lol<br /> Compression socks didn't work for me they would just make my legs swell<br /> Drink tons of water and elevate over your heart as much as possible<br /> I would lay on bed and DH would put my feet up.in 2 couch cushions!!!<br /> Best of luck, almost there!!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2148441 Sat, 18 Apr 2015 11:02:54 +0000 gingerbebe 2148441@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wore these Danskos my entire pregnancy. Super comfortable, adjustable but very subtley hidden velcro straps, low to the ground and very stable, but went with all my work clothes just fine. (I promise they don't look this hideous in real life): <a href="http://amzn.com/B00DUJ80RI" rel="nofollow">http://amzn.com/B00DUJ80RI</a></p> <p>Cuter fun sandals I also recommend Sanuk Yoga Slings. Comfy and come in a million colors.</p> <p><a href="http://amzn.com/B00DQYNXT2" rel="nofollow">http://amzn.com/B00DQYNXT2</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2148374 Sat, 18 Apr 2015 08:47:46 +0000 SweetiePie 2148374@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Drink lots of water and don't sit for too long (take laps around the office if you can). When I got home I'd soak my feet in Epsom salt and keep them elevated. Foot massages from the hubby too ;-)</p> <p>This was at 24 weeks, and I am a thin girl! So hopefully this makes you feel a little better, haha. </p> [attach=3764/15/nn08zm.600x450.image.jpg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2148353 Sat, 18 Apr 2015 08:28:32 +0000 LAZB 2148353@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wore flip flops (and even those left indents!) pretty much the entire last trimester, even though it was winter. Fortunately I'm in Texas, so it didn't matter too much. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2148293 Sat, 18 Apr 2015 06:52:07 +0000 Applesandbananas 2148293@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I just got some cheap comfy shoes. They weren't the cutest shoes I have ever worn but I put comfort ahead of cute at 30+ weeks pregnant. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2148222 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 23:49:41 +0000 LovelyPlum 2148222@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Epson salt bath helps, supposedly. My fingers swelled, but my feet didn't get too bad until the very end. I would make sure you have comfortable, supportive shoes. And if compression socks aren't an option, what about shape wear panty hose-the ones that shape your legs, not your tummy. Those seem like they would do something very similar. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2148009 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 16:45:53 +0000 GoGoSnoGirl 2148009@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Oh yes, I feel your pain! I've had swollen ankles &amp; lower legs since 20wks I think. I've been wearing compression socks (there are nice looking ones by Sockwell, probably other brands on Amazon) &amp; trying to drink more water or be more active during the day. When I wear dresses or capris I just try to grin &amp; bear it. :bummed: I've heard drinking lemon water can help, but after 1wk of strong lemon water &amp; no relief, I just went back to straight water. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2147989 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 16:09:23 +0000 Mrs. Milk 2147989@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ugh this was my life for the final weeks! I wore flip flops to work and just explained to my manager I couldn't wear anything else :/. I bought nicer ones though! And at work I kept my feet elevated the whole time and tried to walk for five mins once an hour. And water water water.</p> <p>I still gained crazy water weight- had lost it all by 10 days PP (20 lbs, from baby and water!) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2147984 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 15:57:22 +0000 Foodnerd81 2147984@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Mine came and went. After I flew around 30 weeks they were awful but they went back to normal after a day of keeping my feet up, and brisk walking in good fitting sneakers. I also drank a lot of coconut water but I think that was more for the cramos. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2147983 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 15:56:25 +0000 raspberries 2147983@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ugh, I've noticed this the last few days too - mostly in my feet, but I'm assuming my hands aren't far behind, and it's always worst after sitting at my desk for a full day. Drinking tons of water seems to help, and keeping my feet elevated when possible helps too - but I think this summer is going to be dedicated to flipflops as soon as I'm out of work. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2147980 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 15:54:13 +0000 Anya 2147980@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wore them at work where it's basically one "season" all the time- at home I just let them swell. The other thing that helped to a certain extent was drinking a gallon of water per day. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2147971 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 15:46:13 +0000 LindsayInNY 2147971@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Anya: I might try that for at home and flying next week. But it's getting warmer so I can't do those with dresses or capris :/ </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2147964 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 15:42:09 +0000 Anya 2147964@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Compression socks really helped me. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/swollen-feet#post-2147962 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 15:39:29 +0000 LindsayInNY 2147962@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've started the slow downhill journey to Fred Flintstone land. I've noticed that I'm starting to swell - feet/toes and fingers. Not sure if it's from sitting, walking a lot, fluids, salt, etc. At the beginning of the day I'm okay but by the end my shoes are tighter. Anything I can do to help? Should I get bigger shoes? I have 10 weeks left... </p>