Varicose veins are swollen blood vessels that can be itchy. They are most commonly seen in the legs.

What is the reason of this?

Varicose veins are caused by the huge increase in blood circulation in your body when you are pregnant and usually affects the legs as it requires extra effort on behalf of the heart to pump blood back against gravity. With the added pressure on the veins in your legs, varicose veins are likely to occur.

Tips

Even if you exercise enough, maintain good circulation, and manage your weight appropriately throughout pregnancy, varicose veins can still appear. Most varicose veins disappear after you give birth, but some, unluckily, may persist. There are both surgical and non-invasive options that healthcare providers can use to treat and remove veins after delivery.