Did you know that almost half of all pregnant women experience swelling in their legs? Maternity support stockings can help relieve swelling by improving blood circulation. This is just one of the three main reasons why it is good to use support stockings when expecting a baby.
1. Stimulates blood circulation
2. Prevents swelling and pain
3. Reduces the risk of varicose veins
Support stockings are a type of compression garment that has been shown to be effective in improving blood circulation and preventing varicose veins. They are often recommended to pregnant women because they are at increased risk of developing varicose veins due to the weight gain during pregnancy.
The support stockings work by exerting a graded pressure on the legs, which helps promote blood flow. The pressure is greatest at the ankle and gradually decreases up the leg. This graduated compression helps prevent blood pooling in the legs which causes swelling, soreness and leg fatigue. This in turn reduces the risk of suffering from varicose veins.
The support stockings can be worn all day or only during those times when you stand or sit for a long time. In case of pregnancy, however, we recommend wearing them all day for the best results. The very best thing is to put on your support socks right away in the morning before your legs have had time to swell.
First trimester
At the beginning of a pregnancy, the stomach has not started to grow much and the body has not yet had time to accumulate such large amounts of fluid. This means that no noticeable extra weight has started to strain your legs yet. However, if you do not already use support stockings daily, it is a good opportunity to start doing so now before the weight gain becomes too great. In this way, you prepare your legs by preventing pain and swollen legs beforehand, which makes it easier later when the load becomes heavier.So what do we recommend for support stockings during the first trimester?
Knee high support socks with mild compression or class 1 support socks are both very good options. The difference is that the latter have a slightly higher pressure between 15-21 mmHg, while the former are between 11-14 mmHg. Both types are excellent for everyday use. However, compression class 1 is equally suitable throughout pregnancy, while the milder variant is usually too weak during trimesters two and three.
Second and third trimesters
Every body is unique and it is therefore different from woman to woman how much and how fast the body changes, but generally we recommend support stockings class 1 unless you have been advised otherwise by a doctor.If you have problems with severe swelling or already suffer from varicose veins, even higher compression may be required such as support stockings class 2, also called compression stockings. However, these should always only be used on the advice of a doctor.
All trimesters
As we mentioned earlier, Class 1 support stockings are an excellent option to use throughout pregnancy. It is also the most common compression class to use overall.
Generally, many women experience sweating during their pregnancy, which makes bamboo support socks a popular choice as they are cool and gentle on the skin. Using support stockings is an effective way to reduce pain and swelling after a pregnancy to help with postpartum recovery.Why bamboo?
Support socks in bamboo are comfortable support socks in the softer, thanks to its material which is more flexible than other textiles. Support socks in bamboo viscose have become popular, both as a support sock to wear at home, in your free time or at work. The reason is the bamboo viscose's specific properties, which give the feet a good climate to be in, contribute to better health and help relieve various foot problems. At the same time as the support socks minimize the feeling of sore, tired, swollen legs and feet.The support socks are perfect for summer, spring and all warm days of the year because the support socks are designed in bamboo. Bamboo viscose has natural, moisture-absorbing properties that contribute to providing a healthier and fresher climate for the feet.
Bamboo viscose is an extra soft, supple and flexible material that gives comfort to your feet and a wonderful feeling all day. The material of the support socks consists of smooth and round fibers that are gentle on the skin of the feet - so the socks are also suitable for those who have problems with sensitive feet or have sensitive skin.
What are the benefits of bamboo support socks?
- Soft and smooth material that gives a lovely and soft feeling to the legs and feet
- Moisture absorbing properties and natural quick drying properties
- Provides a cool and pleasant climate for the legs and feet
- Prevents foot sweat and smelly feet
- Compression technology that increases blood circulation and counteracts various foot problems such as; sore and tired feet, swollen legs and feet, varicose veins.
Support socks in bamboo for pregnant women
Support stockings in bamboo viscose have become popular with pregnant women. The reason is that support socks made of bamboo are softer than other support socks, which makes them easier to take off and on - something that can be extra difficult when you are pregnant. But it is also thanks to the fact that the support socks contribute to providing a cooler climate for the feet and legs. Which in turn counteracts foot sweat, sweaty legs and smelly feet. That is why bamboo support socks have become popular with those who are pregnant.Bamboo is extra soft and pliable and helps keep the feet dry in case of foot sweat and prevents odor. Bamboo socks are antibacterial and kill many bacteria, which means that the socks stay fresher and better, also prevents fungus formation.
With us, you will find bamboo socks that give your feet a smooth and soft feeling, while the socks help prevent foot sweat and give your feet a pleasant climate to be in.
