Swollen feet, increased sweating, hormonal changes, and back and leg aches are a few of the bodily changes you might experience -- and all of these can affect your feet, and consequently the shoes you are able to wear while you're pregnant.

What Pregnant Women Should Look for in Shoes

  • Flats, or low, wide heels - around 2" or lower.
  • Good arch support. This can be accomplish through buying from noted comfort shoe brands, or by using an insert that adds arch support.
  • Breathable uppers (canvas or leather) that won't trap moisture.
  • Shoes that slip-on, as laces may become more difficult to tie.
  • Larger or wider shoes -- swelling may make your regular size and width uncomfortable.

Additional Tips for Foot Care During Pregnancy

  • Wearing socks with closed-toe shoes may increase your comfort.
  • Avoid standing for long periods without a rest.
  • Elevate legs when possible, and if your feet are feeling extra achy, try soaking them.

Cute Flats

Pregnant or not, we could all benefit from wearing more flats. But for many of us, the trick is in finding the cute ones. Add needing a wide width to the equation, and the task becomes nearly impossible -- the keyword, being "nearly."

Here are a few great examples of cute, versatile skimmers, in wide widths.

Evening Shoes

Why couldn't everyone just hold off on the special occasions until after the baby has arrived? Fortunately, there are still a lot of really great-looking evening shoes with lower heels and comfort features.

Loafers & Casual Shoes

Loafers are a great choice when you need a low heel, and a casual, stylish look. Below are a few super-cute choices in wider widths.

Sandals

If the weather permits you to wear sandals during your pregnancy, you might enjoy the added air circulation, and the less restrictive nature of shoes like the following sandals.

Mules and Clogs

Mules and clogs are a great choice during pregnancy. In addition to the built-in comfort features offered by many clog-makers, wearing a solid-soled, backless shoe reduces pressure on the back of your feet -- plus, they're great for quickly slipping on and off.

Sporty Shoes & Sneakers

Cute and sporty, here are a few sneakers that offer plenty of style, but also have features you might appreciate - like wider widths or uppers made from breathable canvas or leather.

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