As joyful as motherhood ultimately is, some of the physical effects of pregnancy are downright wearying and uncomfortable. Swelling (oedema) in the ankles and legs is a drawback that is common for more than half of all pregnant women. Swollen legs and ankles are generally due to water retention, the increase of pressure on leg veins, as well as the increasing weight and size of the baby, exerting pressure on the large veins of the groin.Leg swelling usually worsens through the day, particularly if you spend a lot of time on your feet and is aggravated by hot weather, so wearing compression socks or tights will help combat the tiredness and swollen feeling, but regular compression socks could also increase that hot, bothered feeling – but regular compression socks aren’t Milkteds® Maternity Compression Socks.Milkteds® Maternity Compression Socks are the first compression socks to be made from pure milk, refined to produce an innovative, glossy and soft natural fibre which is skin nourishing, sanitising and anti-microbal, keeping bacteria at bay. The fabric is moisture wicking and breathable, leaving your skin with a pampered, healthy, silky and smooth feel. Let Milkteds® socks and tights do their stuff and they will work throughout the day, sat in the background to keep your feet, ankles and legs invigorated and give your circulation a boost with graduated compression at 18-22 mm Hg, British Standard Class II.Milkteds® have been designed in the UK and manufactured in Italy to be comfortably seamless, with a 3D knit design that incorporates micro massage texturing on the soles to help stimulate the foot. Signature ‘Stay-Put’ non-constricting cuffs and hand linked toes for smooth seams up the comfort levels further, while reinforced heels and toes give them a longer wear life .You’ll be glad to know that Milkteds® are far easier to put on, when compared to other compression socks. You can ease Milkteds® on much like normal knee high socks by sitting down and rolling them on with your thumbs inside, working them progressively upwards. If Milkteds® seem slightly long, gently smooth downwards below the knee and adjust to your lower leg length, trying to avoid any folds or creases. You can wear footed Milkteds® over the knee if you so wish.The elasticity and compression factor of Milkteds® is maintained by regular washing, preferably by hand using in a wash bag and in cold water with gentle soap. Alternately, they can be machine washed at 30° on a gentle wash cycle with mild detergent. Do not Iron, dry clean, or use fabric conditioners or bleach on Milkteds® and it’s best to replace them after three months of regular use (or six months of occasional use) to maintain the correct level of compression.Milkteds® Maternity Compression Socks come in a range of pretty colours, to carry you right through your pregnancy (you can carry on wearing them afterwards too!) and are even packaged in cute, milk carton design boxes. You owe it to yourself to wear Milkteds
