No Struggling Or Bending: The Easy Tool For Putting On Socks During Pregnancy

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As your stomach grows during pregnancy, even the simplest tasks — like putting on socks — can feel like they require a Herculean effort. You can depend on a partner or family member to help you every day, or you can try a surprising tool that can do the job for you. Sock helpers, although mainly targeted at older people with mobility issues, can also be a game-changer if you're pregnant. One popular choice is the Sock Aid. It's under $10 and has a 4.5-star rating with over 2,700 reviews. 

The premise is simple: put the sock over the base, use the straps to pull the sock onto your foot, and then pull the strap up to remove the base from the sock. If you're wondering if this thing really works, one reviewer says, "I was skeptical, and even more so when I saw what the device looked like. I ordered it anyway. OMG! What a game changer. I almost laugh out loud when my socks go on with no effort whatsoever."  

Another similar item is the RMS Deluxe Sock Aid, which gets an average rating of 4.5 stars from over 42,000 reviews. It has foam handles for comfort and grip, as well as a flexible plastic shell. "A very simple affordable item but it is priceless for someone who can't bend to reach their feet!" exclaims a buyer.

Once your belly is in the way, socks aren't the only item that can be difficult to put on. Luckily, there is a range of inexpensive dressing aids that can make getting your clothes on, top to bottom, a lot easier. For instance, a dressing stick can make it easier to put on or take off shoes, shirts, jackets, and pants by minimizing how much you have to twist and bend to get clothing on. One item is the Nourislif 27-inch Dressing Stick for under $10, which includes a sock remover and zipper puller.

The Fanwer 2nd Gen Metal Clip Dressing Aid for Pants helps you pull on pants with no bending required. Fasten the clip onto your pants, slide your feet in, and then pull them up. Finally, you may want to consider wearing a different type of shoe that easily slides on as your belly gets bigger. Slides, Birkenstocks, or laceless shoes make life easier. "I have been toying with the idea of buying the kizik shoes that just pop on with no hands, but if I have to struggle with the socks, what is the point!" notes a Redditor. Besides, shoes you can easily slip on are useful beyond pregnancy, such as when your hands are full while holding the baby.