I'm in second trimester and the constipation is killing me yaar, sometimes 2-3 din nothing happens. Drinking water and all but still. What worked for u all?
Oh god, this is the worst because I crave spicy chaat so much but then constipation ruins the fun. I started eating lots of papaya—only after checking with my doc—and daily warm milk with a spoon of ghee. It works like magic and also lets me enjoy my food!
My pregnancy tracker app kept reminding me to log my fiber intake daily for this exact issue. I started having soaked prunes and a big bowl of salad with every meal, which really tracked well for my digestion. Honestly, keeping an eye on water logs is the easiest way.
Apart from drinking loads of water, moving your body is super important. I started doing 20 mins of prenatal yoga and gentle walking after meals, only after my doctor gave me the green light. It really helps to keep the bowel movements regular and active.
This is a very common issue in pregnancy because of the progesterone hormone. Drink at least 3 liters of water daily and add fiber like oats and high-fiber fruits in your breakfast. If it gets painful, don't strain at all, just ask your doctor for a safe syrup.
