34 weeks and swollen ankles

[emmy01]

Hi this is my first baby i'm 34 weeks and my ankles have suddlenly started swelling up they are quite big and i have had to loosen my shoes is this normal should I be worried ? also my legs are really restless and I feel a bit itchy on my arms hands and legs. I'm scared this is not normal anyone else with similar experience.

Em

i had this with my first, my ankles were liek stress balls nearly get your whole finger in them. i am 35 weeks with no2 and haven't had it this time, midwife says prob cause on my feet more chasing dd1. as with first pregnancy i spent alot of time sitting down. try go for walks and drink lots of water. hth x

Hi Emmy01 Im 39+2 and I'd had swollen feet since I was about 26 weeks. It eases up with the weather but since we've had some sun its gotten worst. I also have swollen hands that are really painful can barely grip anything. MW says its just water retention and when babys born will go. My Aunt has had in in all her pregnancy so at least I know its fairly normal.
However if the swelling in your feet becomes severe or you have problems walking go to your MW or Gp so they can check all is well.x

I'm 39 weeks too and only fit into my sandals (flip flop style)...fine if the sum stays out, but if not I get chilly toes!