Why some women go up a shoe size after pregnancy?
During pregnancy, the hormonal changes in the body can cause the feet to swell, resulting in an increase in shoe size. This is a normal occurrence and usually reversible after giving birth. However, in some cases, the feet may not return to their original size, particularly if the pregnancy caused the development of flat feet or other structural changes to the feet. Additionally, carrying extra weight during pregnancy can place added stress on the feet and cause the ligaments to loosen, leading to a
I often get this question from women in my community: why does my foot size go up a full size or even more after pregnancy? Here’s the explanation for this phenomenon.

During pregnancy, a woman’s body undergoes numerous changes, including weight gain, hormonal shifts, and an increase in fluid levels. One of the least expected changes is an increase in foot size, which can affect a significant number of women. Pregnancy can cause several changes