Compression Tights/Legging?

[fourgulls]

I am having a really hard time with varicose veins/swelling this pregnancy and my Dr. suggested that I start wearing compression hose under my pants during the day. Has anyone used them? I found some on amazon that are leggings because I really hate panty hose and figured these might do the job.

I had pretty bad varicose veins with my last daughter but they eventually faded and I am hoping that these will too but I might have to go to a vein restoration center if childbirth doesn't relieve them.

[lindsay1p]

I wear them at work, should wear them more but don't. I recommend you go to a medical supply store or nursing uniform store to get measured for a pair and try to see if you like before you order off amazon. I have some that are cherokee uniform brand that feel more like socks that I really like. Hope this helps

[Babidol]

I actually saw some at motherhood yesterday. I'm not wearing them not sure of I will need to.

[fourgulls]

Thanks guys!! I ordered the ones from Amazon particularly because my 5 year old decided to tell me, "I am not trying to be mean but (by the way, I told her to never start a sentence like that!!) your legs are getting fat!" I am so swollen by the end of the day that my poor legs look like sausages. I am going to head down to motherhood tomorrow!!

[Babidol]

Yikes. Honesty is not always the best policy ;) that sounds painful.

[missmc]

I don't have experience with them, but when I was at the hospital with DH last week, the nurses were telling me how much they loved them!

[ClarisseMarie]

I have no experience with this either, but I hope you find some you like and that bring you relief!

[andra_p]

i wear them everytime i stand too much, because i got some serious pain. i've got those who come to below the knee... you must get the right size, also...

[LSVNurse]

What's the link to the Amazon ones?

[fourgulls]

They are Preggers brand...don't know how to attach a link.

[Lizzy2]

You can find lots of good information on this site... http://www.compressionstockingssite.com

Here are some good article links to get you started.

http://www.compressionstockingssite....ion-stockings/

http://www.compressionstockingssite....ing-pregnancy/

Good luck with everything!