I'm in my second trimester and heard that many women get hemorrhoids during pregnancy. I'm a bit worried about this. Are there any natural ways or things I can do to try and prevent them?
I am currently in my 20th week and so scared of getting this. Is anyone else also drinking tons of coconut water to keep things smooth, or is there something else we should be doing?
Actually my doctor told me that the pressure of the growing uterus makes blood vessels swell up. She advised me to avoid sitting on the toilet for too long and to use a small stool under my feet for a better angle. High fiber food like oats and salads are a must.
For me, constipation was the main trigger for piles during my second trimester. I started having warm milk with ghee at night and lots of water, which really helped keep my digestion smooth.
Carrying twins meant double the pressure down there, so piles was my biggest fear! Honestly, high-fiber diet, no straining, and a good sitz bath if it gets itchy is the only way to survive.
