The Benefits of Maternity Compression Hosiery

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, but it does come with its own set of physical challenges for your body, especially for your lower limbs, as your body undergoes significant changes to support the new life growing inside you.

Swelling (oedema) is particularly common during pregnancy due to the increased blood volume and creates additional pressure on blood vessels.

Maternity compression garments help to reduce swelling, improve circulation, and alleviate discomfort.

Whether you're dealing with mild oedema or require more comprehensive support, we offer a range of maternity compression hosiery to assist through all stages of your pregnancy.

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Benefits of wearing maternity compression hosiery

  • Reduce swelling - the graduated compression helps minimise swelling in your feet, ankles and legs, keeping you comfortable and active.
  • Improved circulation - compression hosiery gently squeezes your legs, promoting better blood flow and reducing the risk of blood clots, especially important during pregnancy.
  • Alleviation of leg pain and fatigue -  by supporting the muscles and veins, compression tights can reduce leg pain, cramps, and fatigue, providing greater comfort, especially during long periods of standing or sitting. 
  • Support for the abdomen - some maternity compression tights come with built-in abdominal support, which can help relieve lower back pain and provide additional support to your growing tummy.
  • Prevention of varicose veins - compression tights can help to prevent the formation of varicose veins and spider veins by promoting better circulation and reducing pressure on the veins.
  • Enhance comfort - designed specifically for pregnant women, these tights are made to fit comfortably over a growing tummy, providing a snug yet comfortable fit without restricting movement.
  • Posture improvement -  the support provided by compression tights can help improve posture by encouraging proper alignment and reducing the strain on the lower back and pelvis. 
  • Temperature regulation -  many compression tights are made from breathable, moisture-wicking materials that help regulate temperature, keeping you cool and dry.
  • Ease of movement -  they provide gentle compression that supports the legs without restricting movement, making it easier to stay active and comfortable throughout the day.
  • Reduced risk of complications -  by promoting better circulation and reducing swelling, compression tights can help lower the risk of complications associated with poor blood flow, such as preeclampsia and gestational hypertension. 

When choosing maternity compression tights, it's important to select the correct size and compression level (typically measured in mmHg) based on your needs and GP's recommendations.

Please always speak to your GP or midwife before using any maternity compression hosiery.

Browse our full range of maternity compression tights 

from leading brands including Sigvaris, Mediven and GloriaMed

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