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Swollen feet :(

I'm 27 weeks and have horrible problems with my legs, feet and hands swelling. The balls of my feet get so sore that it hurts to walk sometimes. I try to sit as much as possible but working with kids it's hard to. I have notice the heat makes the swelling ten times worse. Anyone else having this problem? Is there anything I can do to make it better? Thanks in advance!
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Thank you so much!! :)
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Hopefully this works I read it from baby center (:

why are my ankles and feet swollen?
Swollen ankles and feet (oedema) happen in pregnancy because your body is holding on to more fluid than usual.

As your baby grows, your uterus (womb) puts pressure on the blood vessels in your pelvis. This particularly affects the large vein (inferior vena cava) on your right-hand side which receives blood from your lower limbs. This pressure slows blood circulation in the area and causes the blood to pool.

Pressure from this trapped blood forces water down and out through tiny vessels (capillaries), and into the tissues of your feet and ankles. This water is normally absorbed by your body, but because you're pregnant, you retain more water, which adds to the swelling.

Swelling tends to get progressively worse as the day goes on, and is better in the morning, after you've been lying in bed. Later in the day, if you press the skin around your ankles, the skin may not spring back straight away.

Towards the end of your pregnancy, the swelling may affect your hands. If you're wearing rings, they may feel tight on your fingers.

How common is oedema?
Unfortunately, it's very common to have oedema in pregnancy, particularly in the third trimester. Between 50 per cent and 80 per cent of healthy pregnant women have swelling of some kind, and hot weather can make it worse.

However, if you have sudden or severe swelling in your face, hands or feet, call your doctor or midwife. It could be a sign of pre-eclampsia, which can be a serious condition for you and your baby.

What can I do to reduce the puffiness?
Medicines to help your kidneys release water and sodium so you get rid of fluid (diuretics) aren't suitable in pregnancy. Instead, try these methods to control the swelling:Put your feet up whenever possible, as this will help with your circulation. At work, keep a footstool or box under your desk. At home, try to lie down on your left side, as this takes pressure off the inferior vena cava.
Try not to stand for long periods of time. At work, you should be able to take regular breaks.
Put support tights on before you get out of bed in the morning, so blood has no chance to pool around your ankles. If this doesn't help, see your doctor, who may prescribe compression stockings.
Exercise regularly, especially walking, swimming or using an exercise bike.
If you're travelling long distances, take regular breaks to stretch your legs.
If your skin isn't too tight and painful, ask someone to massage your ankles and feet, using upward strokes towards your knees. This can help to move the fluid away from your feet.

You can also try these other natural remedies to ease the swelling.

Try to remember that the swelling, though uncomfortable, won't last forever. Like many other pregnancy niggles, it should go soon after you have your baby.
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Check your blood pressure and albumin in urine.
I had this since 6months but I had high blood pressure and uti
Elevation, bed rest is the best way for me
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I have had the same problem. You're going to hear elevate elevate elevate from everyone! I feel your pain as mine has gotten quite bad. The only thing that really works for me is to have my bf massage my feet and legs (as I swell up to my knees) if you can't elevate for hours and hours try that!(:
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Bump
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