There are many reasons for leg vein problems

- the growth of the uterus puts pressure on the inferior vena cava ( the enormous vein on the right side of your body ), putting added strain on leg veins.

- the increased quantity of blood in your body adds pressure.

- your progesterone levels rise when you’re with child, which causes the walls of the blood vessels to relax, weakening them.

- carrying twins or higher multiples adds more weight and pressure on legs.

- if other relations have leg vein problems you might be more inclined to getting them

There is a positive side to this - if you didn’t have varicose veins before becoming pregnant, then the condition will most likely reduce after you give birth - especially if you follow the prevention advice below.

How to prevent and get shot of existing vein problems:

1. Exercise daily by taking brisk walks to boost your circulation and to reinforce leg muscles and veins. Duck sitting or standing for long periods. Shift your weight from one foot to the other when standing to extend circulation.

2. Eat a high-fiber diet to prevent constipation (the pushing can cause vein issues and hemorrhoids) and try to keep your weight within the recommended range at each stage of your pregnancy. Include oats, barley, beans, peas, lentils, baked potato with the skin, brown rice, whole grain, and lots of vegetables and fruits in your diet.

3. Raise your legs particularly when reading or watching Television . When lying down place your feet on a folded pillow to raise them higher than your heart. Some girls even sleep this way.

4. Don’t cross your legs at the knees, cross them at the ankles instead. Sleep on your left side to minimize the weight of the uterus on the inferior vena cava ( which is on your right side ). Put a pillow behind your back and one under your feet to help stay on your left side and to decrease stress on legs and feet.

5. Wear elastic support hose if your legs or ankles are distended. Put them on first thing in the morning to keep blood from pooling in the lower leg veins. Medical supply stores and pharmacies carry these stockings. They should be tighter at the ankle and get looser as they go up the leg so blood can easily flow back up towards your heart.

6. Try using natural varicose vein cream and lotions that are safe for pregnant ladies to help heal and reduce the dimensions of varicose veins and forestall swelling, burning and burning. The herbal ingredient Calendula is a soothing and tough circulation enhancer known for its anti-inflammatory and regenerative properties. It has an extraordinary capacity to shrink varicose veins and reduce the appearance of spider veins too.

Weak, swollen veins are preventable. These tips can help your body to heal itself while they give you improved circulation and increased vitality and energy - something every mother needs in order to get the best out of life and to enjoy a healthy, ecstatic and comfortable pregnancy.

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