Generally okayGeneral guidanceSymptom guidance

Gradual swelling of feet and ankles

Gradual, even swelling can be common, but sudden swelling or swelling with headache, vision change, upper-abdominal pain or high blood pressure needs urgent advice.

Direct guidance

What to know or do

Rest with comfortable position changes and mention swelling that is worsening or limiting footwear. One hot, painful or much more swollen leg needs prompt assessment for a clot.

What changes the answer

When it began, whether it is worsening, and how it affects eating, sleep or activity
Severity, pattern, one-sided symptoms and accompanying bleeding, fever or fluid loss
Pregnancy week, baby movement and relevant conditions or medicines

General guidance

When to get individual help

This is a general pregnancy baseline, not personal clearance. Change course and ask for advice if symptoms, complications or an individual care plan make the situation different.