Women always want to look beautiful andfashionable, and expectant mothers are no exception. However, it is not so easy to choose beautiful, comfortable and fashionable clothes for pregnant women at the same time. Moreover, many modern women, even being in position in the last months of pregnancy, for some reason continue to go to work. While carrying a child, ladies strive to dress stylishly and elegantly, trying not to violate their usual image, formed over the years. Most continue to wear high-heeled shoes. Of course, stilettos visually lengthen your legs, make you taller and slimmer, but what does this mean for the expectant mother? According to studies, many pregnant women, despite their position, continue to wear heels in the early stages, and if health allows, then almost until the seventh or eighth month. According to psychologists, this is due to the desire to maintain their previous appearance as long as possible. After all, during pregnancy, the expectant mother is forced to give up many things, for example, food and her habits. In addition, her body changes more and more every day, becomes rounder; plus most women experience great fear, thinking about their future, about new responsibilities that will appear with the birth of a baby. Therefore, it is natural that almost a mother wants to save at least something from the previous way of life, not always attaching importance to what consequences this may have. Let's figure out whether or not it is possible for ladies "in position" to wear heels.
Structure of the foot
Each person has their own unique structure.feet, and the functions it performs are interconnected with the entire body and affect it. The foot consists of 19 different muscles, 33 joints, 26 bones and many different ligaments, nerves and tendons. In its anterior section there are fourteen phalanges, two sesamoid and five metatarsal bones, which bear the main load - they are the ones that support the weight of the human body when walking. The middle part of the foot is represented by the tarsal bones, which form its arch, and the back - by the calcaneus and talus. When walking, the ankle distributes the total body weight between the bones of the foot, with the back and middle sections experiencing the greatest discomfort. The transverse, anterior, lateral and medial arches also distribute body weight. A person has three main points of support, which are located in the heel area and in the front part of the foot. They are directly "responsible" for cushioning when walking.
How heels affect the foot
The human foot, absorbing the energy of the step,protects all other joints of the leg from wear. If there are any violations of this function, then the knee and hip joints suffer - they are subject to a colossal load. In the correct position (horizontal), the foot rests on three points, but if you wear high heels, then the entire weight of the body will fall on its front section and phalanges of the fingers, which in turn will affect the spine - the center of gravity, shifting forward, will cause excessive deflection in the lower back. As a compensatory reaction to the tilt of the pelvis, an incorrect position of the thoracic region occurs - it deviates backward. Such changes in one way or another lead to a violation of the natural position of the organs, and this can affect the quality of the functions performed by the body. When the foot changes its normal position, the calf muscles begin to work differently when walking. Now they are not involved as much, so they gradually weaken, become flabby. All this leads to a violation of the venous blood supply. The fact is that, when contracting, the calf muscles "push" blood through the veins, thereby preventing them from expanding. Therefore, proper functioning of the leg muscles is a surefire way to prevent varicose veins, and high-heeled shoes contribute to the appearance and development of this disease.
Pregnancy and shoes with heels
Is it possible or not to wear high heels?pregnant? Many girls ask themselves this question. When a woman carries a child under her heart, her body undergoes radical changes. Thus, the hormone progesterone, acting on connective tissues, makes them softer - this is a kind of preparation for future childbirth. Such flexibility and mobility of the tendons and ligaments of the foot, which is in the wrong position, can lead to deformation of the joints, both the joints of the foot, and the hip and knee joints. Often this anomaly becomes chronic. Pregnant women who prefer high-heeled shoes should remember that such shoes cause a change in the curvature of the spine: the lower part of the body is slightly tilted forward, which can affect the position of the fetus. The fact is that with a strong tilt, the pelvic cavity becomes not as comfortable as before, a “cradle” for the baby. The load on the anterior abdominal part increases, the rectus abdominis muscles and skin are excessively stretched. And this is bad not only from the aesthetic side, but also in terms of further recovery. It will be very difficult for a young mother to cope with a postpartum belly and get back into shape. Of course, pregnant women can wear shoes with medium, small or high heels, but it is better to do this in extreme cases. For example, if you are going to an important event, a birthday, a party, and so on. But in any case, it is better to spend as little time in such shoes as possible or take a spare pair of flat soles with you. After all, a stiletto heel is a potential danger of injury. Since body parameters change during pregnancy, the center of gravity shifts - all this contributes to a violation of coordination of movements, and you can easily trip or twist your foot. The weakness of the joints that occurs during this period further contributes to dislocations and sprains. We think there is no need to say that pregnant women must definitely give up shoes with heels in winter, especially in icy and snowy conditions.
Choose the right shoes
So, in the early stages, if there are no medicalcontraindications and you feel good, you can wear high-heeled shoes, the main thing is to choose the right ones. The most unstable and traumatic option, which also negatively affects the physiology of the foot, is a stiletto heel. A woman has to constantly balance on it, and domestic "flat" roads can present a lot of unpleasant surprises. It is also better to refuse a low thin heel, but on a wide one you will feel more secure. Some pregnant women prefer a wedge - a narrow platform. On the one hand, it is good because the transition from a slightly raised front part to the heel is smooth, so the foot does not get tired and feels comfortable. But on the other hand - a wedge is often quite high and not very stable. When choosing shoes, pay attention to the size and shape of the heel and how easy it is to put on and take off and how firmly it sits. Flip-flops and heelless clogs are not the best option, as they constantly fall off, and the foot is too mobile in them. You can buy shoes or soft sports slippers with laces, but keep in mind that in later stages with a protruding tummy, it will be quite difficult to put them on. And do not save on your health! Cheap shoes made of dubious quality material will not serve you for long, will not bring either pleasure or comfort. In order not to miscalculate the size, go shopping in the evening. Try on the model you like, walk around the store. Some women choose shoes that fit tightly, not taking into account possible swelling of the legs, counting on the fact that they will soon be worn in. However, this is fundamentally wrong! Such sacrifices in the name of fashion can lead to poor circulation, constant fatigue of the legs, injuries and varicose veins. When choosing one or another option, make sure that the shoes are made of high-quality, natural materials that provide excellent ventilation. Choose a heel no higher than three to five centimeters. The most suitable option is shoes, boots, sandals with a grooved sole. If you do not find any, then any workshop can make a non-slip coating. This will not affect the appearance of the shoes, but will prevent possible falls and injuries, and will also extend their service life.
Rest for feet
If you don’t want to deny yourself a beautifulshoes with heels, then make an effort to reduce their unhealthy influence. Use insoles-arch supports for this: they support the arch of the foot, which serves as a preventive measure against its flattening. In addition, if you prefer shoes or boots with a narrow toe, in order to avoid deformation of the toes, buy special separating pads or gel pads for them, which are sold in many pharmacies and orthopedic departments of stores. Keep a spare pair of shoes without heels with you. If you feel tired or experience pain, always change your shoes. It will be useful during the day, when you have a free minute, to do the following exercises: rotate your feet inward and outward several times in each direction. This improves blood circulation. In the evening, pamper your feet and take a bath: add sea salt to warm water (about 36-38 degrees). Massage and contrast showers also relax the feet well. Turn on the cold and hot water alternately and direct the jets under pressure onto the soles of your feet. Then you can apply a special cream that not only moisturizes, but also relieves fatigue. In the later stages, you will probably no longer be able to proudly declare: “Despite my condition, I wear heels!” But do not despair. Soon after giving birth, you will be able to get out your favorite shoes and go for a walk with your baby. Everything has its time! We recommend reading:
