Swelling and pain

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I hope you're all managing to keep comfortable and cool in this heat!

I know swelling of ankles is normal but I've had nothing up until today. Tonight ive noticed my ankels have come very swollen, I've also been in alot of pain and very uncomfortable today, just aches and pains around my bump and lots of tightening.

Should I get checked out or is this just normal in this weather and getting bigger?

Currently 33+3 Thanks xx

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I would just call your maternity unit and let them know. I went for reflexology on Monday and the lady commented that my feet and ankles were pretty swollen and it was her duty to advise that I speak to somebody. When I rang the unit they were really kind and reassuring, told me I could monitor it at home or come in for a look over x

I feel like i could have written this post myself!
I've only really had swelling in my feet/ankles when its been really warm. My feet were a bit swollen today but i was absolutely sweating all day.
I've also had a lot of tightening tonight which could maybe be braxton hicks? My little one is head down so getting a lot of pressure and some aches ib my pelvis. I am 35+4 x

I see my ankles for a bit in the morning and that's about it 💀 I miss my little feet haha!!

Mine have become HUGEEE since we have had this heat. Same with to my hands and fingers. It's making moving so difficult! Hoping they'll go down once it's cooler next week. X

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