Pregnancy Constipation: Miralax
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Anyone Use Miralax?
Asked by J.L. from Dallas
on April 11, 2007
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My almost-3-year-old had horrible constipation issues that were finally resolved w/ Miralax. It works wonders. My ped told me it is OK for him to stay on it awhile, bu...
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- Both of my girls had to use it and it worked wonders. Neither of them had any issues trasitioning off of it and we've seen no residual effects. Good luck as I know ...
- My seven year old daughter used it for a year or two until she was around 4 years old and i made the decision to take her off of it because she had become dependant on...
- My daughter (23 months) has been on it for maybe 8 or 9 months b/c if I try to cut her off or simply cut back she gets constipated again and messes up her belly...I ha...
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 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.
Hemorrhoids and Constipation at 9 Weeks!
Asked by G.K. from Detroit
on July 28, 2009
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Hello Ladies,
I am 9 weeks pregnant and having issues with hemorrhoids and constipation. My doctor told me to use Tucks and an over the counter hemorrhoid cream but ...
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- I had a lot of issues with this while pregnant. I drank a glass of water w/benefiber every morning and night. I was also taking colace (a stool softener)...about 3...
- Taking a magnesium supplement can be very helpful with constipation. Start with a low dose. The hemorroids wont subside until you can get rid of the constipation. Ta...
- I got the roids after I had my daughter. I have been taking magnesium for 2 years and it helps so much!n Lots of water and ask your doctor about the magnesium. Good ...
All Natural Constipation Relief
Asked by A.V. from Los Angeles
on June 22, 2009
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Hey mamas
A few days ago another mom asked about an all natural remedy for constipation during pregnancy and was told about one at Trader Joes you can take with tea? ...
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- probiotic called PB8. It's the best I've found and it works fast. It's not for constipation,b ut rather bowel health, but it balances out whatever is going on and it...
- Cook an apple in the microwave untill soft add cinnamon it is supper yummy and works great to get the bowels moving I have used this even with the kids.
- I don't know the name of the natural remedy, but I do have a suggestion. Ezekiel cereal has been a huge help to me, during pregnancy and otherwise, for constipation. ...
Pregnant, Constipated, and DESPERATE
Asked by R.S. from New York
on September 10, 2010
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Hi lovely mommas!
Well, here is my way TMI post - and I am sorry to do this, but I really am desperate. I am pregnant, still in my first trimester. My previous pre...
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- My doctor told me to use Metamucil. It is just a fiber supplement that you add to liquid. I generally put the recommended dose in a cup of hot water. Also, my great...
- Eat activia yogurt everyday...it worked great for my first pregnancy....it takes a little time to start working but it works. Good luck!
- Miralax--gentle, safe and EFFECTIVE
Nausea, Vomiting and Constipation During 1St Trimester
Asked by D.P. from Los Angeles
on August 29, 2011
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Has anyone dealt with constant (and I mean every second of every day) nausea, throwing up and constipation (maybe from nausea medicine from the Doctor) in the first tr...
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- O honey! I vomited from 5 weeks until I gave birtheven the morning of with my first. With my second by 15 weeks I finally felt a little better. Hang in there its wort...
- Hi Deb, I had all-day nausea (thankfully no vomiting or constipation) with my first pregnancy for the first 5 mos and for 7 mos with my second pregnancy. It helped ...
- i had severe diarreha right before I found out that I was pregnant with my now four year old son. I also had an awful cold in my first trimester. I felt nausea but did...
