Cowhugger

Bah! I noticed the day before yesterday that I had big mutha old lady cankles!



They have gone down a bit, but I am totally freaking out that they are going to return. I would post a photo, but I know some of you are still suffering from morning sickness and I don't want to make it any worse.

Could it have something to do with hours on my feet, then a cross-Atlantic flight?

Is anyone else experiencing this?

Vickie

I've recently noticed slight swelling in my feet (but I'm further along than you I think). I would say that a long flight and long hours on your feet would certainly contribute to swelling. Laying on your left side is supposed to help the swelling go down, as is elevating your feet when possible. I always notice that mine are swollen at the end of the day, but are back to normal by morning. I did read that if you experience any pain or tenderness with the swelling to consult your doctor, as that can be a sign of pre-eclampsia

leedsforever

Im a waitress so CONSTANTLY on my feet!!! My feet are beginning to really suffer now... havent really noticed my ankles but my knees my god!?! I have posted a pic in another thread!!! Search "weird knees" and you will see!!! Im afraid its all adds up to the joys of being pregnant x

psycholisa

My ankles and legs swell up when i´ve been standing up for too long as well. I get great big sock marks!!! Nice !!!!!!!!

pocahontas35

Make sure you are drinking lots of water. I know that doesn't sound like it will help, but it really does. I think flying really can contribute to the swelling. Put your feet up woman!

BeckyBoo

The joys of pregnancy.

Boo

Wear flight socks throughout the day as this helps too.

Ok they are not sexy and you dont look sexy but if it helps!

leedsforever

flight socks in this weather

With my 3/4 length trousers?! not a good look lol!!!

Gosh and its only going to get hotter!!!!!!!!!!

gde78

I've been suffering with this and have actually gone up a shoe size because my feet and ankles are so swollen. They seem to have gone down this week, but I've been off work with my feet up which might explain it! Try and rest as much as possible, and drink plenty of water! If you start to get headaches as well, best to visit the doctor to get your blood pressure checked! Hope they come down!!!

buttercup1980

i had cankles when i was pregnant, Mine got so big i had to snap my ankle chain just to get it off. Got shouted at by MW as my BP was up to so i ended up in hospital. MY matethen informed my whole body had swelled.

So be careful. if you notice anything else swelling go doctors.