A lot happens to your feet in nine months.
Pregnancy hormones like relaxin loosen ligaments all over your body, including your feet. Add the extra weight you are carrying and the end-of-day swelling, and it is no wonder so many of us end the day with sore, tired feet. Researchers have even measured it: in one University of Iowa study, arches got lower and feet got longer after pregnancy, especially after a first baby.
About half of pregnant women report foot pain by late pregnancy (Queensland Family Cohort Study). 60 to 70% of women in one study had longer, wider feet after pregnancy (Segal et al., 2013).
You can't skip the changes. You can give your feet more support while they happen.
Moms who stopped dreading the end of the day
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" I bought these insoles when I was early on pregnant, and I started using them when I was around 5 months pregnant. They do work really well for arch support! As other reviewers stated, you can tell the difference immediately upon switching out your soles. Be careful not to overheat! Love this product. Will recommend to other pregnant friends or future mom friends.'
- Rose Dagonese -
"I received my insoles in the mail yesterday and immediately put them in my shoes. I felt an instant different in the way I walked and the way my arch sat up higher. I loved the feeling of these insoles in my shoes and I love how I can put them in flats and running shoes. I am usually a size 8 in shoe and I received the 8.5-9 size and it fit me perfectly!! These are amazing and I have already had a friend interested in buying one as well! I would also like to point out that the customer service that I received was phenomenal. I was treated with respect and the MommeySteps team took the time to understand what I was looking for and made sure I got the best deal I could. He provided great service and I will definitely be coming back next pregnancy! :)"
- Lindsay Walsh -
"I accidentally wore shoes without them today and regretted it about ten minutes into my shopping trip."
- Molly -
"They work li
- Anna Davis -
" Fantastic! A friend of mine told me about these and I'm so happy she did! I'm 5 months pregnant and I'm using the blue ones in my sneakers and they make my feet feel great!"
- Samantha Allman -
" Feet feel better right away & GREAT customer service! I ordered these in the wrong size (I’d go a size up if you’re in between sizes) and wore them for a few days even though they weren’t perfect - and my feet ACTUALLY felt better! I have tried other insoles during pregnancy and prior to, and these actually work! Great arch support and they don’t crowd your shoe! I contacted customer service about the size not being quite right & got an email & a call soon after saying I would be getting the right size in the mail later this week! Worth every penny and I will be recommending these to all of my pregnant friends!"
- Austin -
" First Impressions are AMAZING! I got a pair of these 4 days ago. Out of the package, I was worried that the arch might be too much for my foot. It is a pretty supportive arch support, but I guess that is the point. I have normally been wearing those flimsy Dr. Scholes gel Insoles for my flats at work, but I decided to give these a try. After Heating I can honestly say that these are AMAZING. I was surprised they fit so well into my work flats. My foot sunk and formed perfectly into the warm insole. So far so good. I may try the athletic ones next. I will give these a few more weeks to see how they turn out, but so far they are a game changer. I love how they are washable too. If you are looking for support, this is a good one. I will be curious to see how long they last, at 40 bucks I am hoping a while. Money well spent I think though!"
- Kirsten Beale -
" Wish I had these 2 years ago! I'm pregnant with my second child and a friend of mine recommended these insoles. Soooo much better having these in my shoes. I've been wearing them to work and my feet feet great."
- Elana Carillo
Pregnancy Foot & Back Health
Listen to our favourite "Pregnancy Podcast" episodes that discuss the many issues that can affect your feet and back when you are pregnant.