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Swelling?

So my feet have been swollen all day. Now my legs are swollen from the knees down and I just got out of the shower. I'm 35 weeks.
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Very common. My last 2 pregnancies my hands, legs, and feet would get swollen within minutes. I would have to sit down with my legs up and it will help. Good luck :)
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I have the same - 36 weeks + 6 currently. See if you can get support hose, and sleep with your feet elevated as much as you can. For me, the sleeping with elevation helps a lot, but they will still swell no matter what as the day goes on.... As long as your BP is good & doc is not fussed, it's just part of our journey to motherhood :)
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Ugh, it is so uncomfortable, I know.  It's not uncommon to have lower extremity swelling especially as the day goes on.  Sit with your feet elevated.  If you think you are having blood pressure issues, ask your doctor about this.  Otherwise, it is normal to bloat up a bit before baby.  Try cutting down on salt too.  good luck hon
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