October 2014 Moms

Swelling?

I'm 30 weeks and this has been a bad week for swelling. My the end of the day, I feel like my feet are going to bust right through my shoes! It's so uncomfortable and rather unsightly! I have no other signs of preeclampsia. Any suggestions on bringing down the swelling? I see my doctor next week and plan on mentioning it then. Would love some advice!

Re: Swelling?

  • If you tend to be on your feet a lot, try taking more sitting breaks. If you sit a lot, try standing and taking short walking breaks throughout the day. Staying in one position (sitting or standing) tends to make swelling worse.  I've been lucky to have little swelling but during trips I always swell and I think it's because of the time I spend sitting in the car or the plane. Try taking walks, putting your feet up, and make sure that you are drinking lots of water. 
    Lilypie Pregnancy tickers
    Me: 38 DH: 36
    Married 8/27/2011
    BFP #1 9/28/2011 DS born 5/22/2012
    BFP #2 4/24/2013 m/c 4/25/2013 at 4w
    BFP #3 1/31/2014 DD born 10/14/2014
    BFP #4 1/20/2016 m/c 2/12/2014 at 7w2d
    BFP #5 8/19/2016 DS2 born 4/29/2017
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