Pregnancy Constipation
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Constipation-HELP!!
Asked by J.W. from Salinas
on January 8, 2009
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Hi moms, Im 8 weeks pregnant and really constipated. Ive had morning sickness so its been hard to keep up on my regular fiber intake. My appetite is not good, smells...
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- I had the same problem lady.. Prune juice is the most natural and effective method that I found. Just a small glass every day worked like a charm. Whole Foods has a ni...
- There's not really anything you can take. Try drinking more water and eating foods that have a natural effect to make you go. I know it's a horrible part of pregnanc...
- I'm sorry you are going thru this. I went thru that when I had back surgery so I can relate but I didn't have any problems during pregnancy & I think it is because I h...
Pregnancy and Constipation
Asked by S. from Minneapolis
on November 22, 2006
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Hi everyone,
has anyone had constipation so bad in the first trimester. i plan on talking to my doctor but, i was wondering if anyone maybe took a laxative or an enam...
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- S., I recently just sent this to another person on here as well. I have a handout that my doctors office sent home with me. Over the Counter Medications You May ...
- prune juice does wonders- If you can swallow it. I made myself drink it when i was in early stages.It sure beat feeling that pain from not being able to go.
- S., I know from experience how miserable this is! I took colace, these little orange stool softners, plus three to five prunes a day. If you get the flavored ones, l...
Painful Constipation During Pregnancy
Asked by T.D. from Chicago
on September 18, 2009
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My best friend is pregnant with her second pregnancy. She has been experiencing painful constipation for about five days at a time. When she does go, it's not enough...
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- All advice given here is already great, so I will keep myself short. She should ask her doctor to change the prenatals which sure cause constipation. never forget that...
- Metamucil 2x per day and lots and lots of water! I can't tell you enough how well this stuff works! Much better than a drug because it is a natural thing.
- There is an all natural tea bag called "Smooth Move". Believe me, it works wonders! It has a licorace taste/smell... but if you can endure the smell & taste... it wo...
Constipation During Pregnancy Fix (WW)
Asked by S.S. from Chicago
on February 12, 2009
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Hi All,
Does anyone if its safe to eat Weight Watchers products during pregnancy.
I am not on WW, I can't due to pregnancy, but I did use those products
before pr...
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- Hi S., there is nothing wrong with eating weight watchers food while you are pregnant. Since weight watchers focuses on healthy eating alternatives, its about a li...
- What works very well and is safe to take to keep you regular during pregnancy as well as when you're not pregnant is Benefiber. It is completely flavorless and disolv...
- Lots of water & eating dried prunes helped me a lot.
Constipation Remedies During Pregnancy
Asked by J.R. from Dallas
on April 22, 2009
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I just found out I'm pregnant and already dealing with one "discomfort" of my last pregnancy...constipation. Can anyone give me suggestions as to "safe" options to get...
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- A good steady paced 20 minute walk worked for me....not so easy after the first, but that is what worked...
- I had the same problem early in my pregnancy--was worse than the nausea!! The only thing that worked for me was eating tons of fiber and drinking tons of water. Good...
- Check with your DR about Miralax. this was a "discomfort" for me as well with both kids. At the time, I used Colace, as Miralax was only by Rx, but now you can get i...
How to Cure Constipation
Asked by E.E. from Minneapolis
on August 2, 2007
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I am 5 mths pregnant and have been constipated for 1 week. I have tried prune juice, fruit, fiber an nothing helps. Is there something else i can do without taking an...
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- Have you tried flax oil?
- No, just stay away from apples and bananna's. Eat fruit that start with the letter "P" and increase fiber like you are doing. Um...I had to take Colace which is safe...
- Hi E.! With my first pregnancy, I experienced the same thing you are. My doctor actually had me do an enema (check with you doctor because there is a certain brand t...
Constipation Problem
Asked by A.K. from Los Angeles
on June 16, 2009
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I used to drink a cup of senna tea before..and now I'm 6 weeks pregnant and can't take that. I'm constipated! I've tried fibers, more fruits & vegetables. All these ...
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- I would try making sure you are getting A LOT of water, this can be the biggest cause for constipation. Especially if you are already getting good fiber, fruits and ve...
- there is a pill that you can ask you dr. about called a stool softener that works wonders. It is over the counter
- Colon hydrotherapy is amazing, but you will need a doctor's note since you are pregnant.
Constipation!!!!! AAAAHHHHHHHHH
Asked by K.P. from Lima
on August 25, 2009
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I'm 16 weeks pregnant and have sever constipation. I have always had this problem so I take amitiza for it, but since I'm pregnant it's not safe for the baby. I have t...
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- First, call your OB/GYN to see what they recommend. Second, go get a huge bunch of grapes (grapes make you go) and maybe even some pears. Stay away from bananas an...
- I was told to take metamucil (powder form in a glass of orange juice or something). It worked for me.
- If your doctor gives you the OK, try Milk of Magnesia - it's old school, but it works. It's also great for that first post-partum poo, too.
Constipation....yuck...
Asked by J.R. from Kansas City
on August 12, 2007
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I hate to sound gross but I always get such good advice on this site, I thought I'd try again. I am recently pregnant with my 3rd (yeah!) but I am constipated (boo!) ...
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- Have you tried prunes or prune juice yet? I also took a couple of the metamusil capsules when prunes didn't work, my doctor said those were just fine.
- I know it sound silly but Gerber makes a great product to help with this. You know how they have those individual juices in the baby isle. They are 100% pure and not f...
- Hi J., I just wanted to add that I had this problem with my 4th pregnancy. I used glycerin suppositories and I ate yogurt one a day. I ate the A&E and there was one ...
Prenatal Vitimans and Constipation
Asked by S.M. from Syracuse
on December 2, 2008
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Hi moms! I am 8 weeks pregnant with my second child. I am having some severe constipation and cramping that goes along with it. It is extremely uncomfortable. So I was...
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- Congratulations!!! I take CitraNatal DHA and love it. It has a mild laxative that helps counteract the affects of the high levels of iron. Ask your OB about it. Be...
- I had the same problem when I was pregnant, my OB put me on prenatal vitamins called "Precare Premier" - it has a stool softener right in it. It made all the differe...
- Talk to your doc about taking a stool softner. I know that with my daughter I was going to take one. Also, make sure to drink all your water for the day. It's the i...
