Having swollen feet during pregnancy is a common discomfort when bringing new life into the world. This “puffy” feeling is normal during pregnancy, but several effective strategies help alleviate ...
Gestational edema occurs in late pregnancy secondary to increased venous congestion in the legs caused by pressure exerted mechanically by the uterus onto the inferior vena cava and iliac veins.
Gait changes. Fallen arches. A whole new shoe size. Many women experience these transformations during pregnancy, but the phenomenon is rarely discussed outside the mom group text.
Exercise, pregnancy, heat, and certain dietary and lifestyle habits may cause hand swelling. Treatment may include home remedies and over-the-counter and prescription medications. Edema is the ...
Nearing the end of her pregnancy journey, Brooklyn took to her page to share a photo that will look very familiar to many of us: a (very) swollen ankle! "I don't even know where the leg ends and the ...