Does it seem like everything’s getting bigger lately, and not just your belly? Here’s what could be causing your swelling and how to reduce it.
A lot of this is a normal side effect of pregnancy, says women’s health expert, MD. “For most women, the body produces roughly 50 percent more blood and fluids to maintain the growing needs of the baby,” she says. “Swelling results as a normal part of pregnancy and is caused by the extra blood and fluid.
Your growing uterus also puts pressure on your veins, and that can make it difficult for your blood to return to your heart, leading to swelling, Wider says.Swelling can start at any time during pregnancy, but most women will first experience it in the second trimester, Wider says. “It will continue into the third trimester until delivery,” she adds. Also, swelling tends to be worse during the day and goes down at night, and may be more pronounced in women who are on their feet all day.
Every woman experiences swelling in pregnancy differently, but it can be severe and uncomfortable for some. Swelling in your feet, legs, and ankles can be particularly painful and tricky to deal with, says , MD, lead ob-gyn at MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, California. “Swelling can be so bad, women have to wear flip-flops because their shoes don’t fit,” he says.While swelling in pregnancy is normal, it can sometimes be a sign of an underlying health condition like a thyroid disorder (such as
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