In my 3rd trimester now and honestly, my bowels have their own timezone! Sitting with a small stool under my feet (squatty potty style) and drinking coconut water daily is the only way I survive these days.
When I was carrying twins, my digestion completely stopped, haha! My practical tip: drink loads of water, eat fiber, and if nothing works, ask your doctor for a syrup. Don't sit on the toilet seat straining forever, it's not worth the effort!
Increase your daily water intake and eat lots of green veggies! 🥦 Having warm water with a spoon of ghee at night worked like magic for me. 🌟 Hope you feel lighter soon! 😊
I just delivered my baby last month and trust me, postpartum constipation is real too, so fix it now! What saved me was having oats in the morning and drinking lukewarm water first thing after waking up. It really softens things up naturally.
Oh god, constipation is the worst! I was so scared that straining would somehow affect the baby, which made me super anxious every morning. Please try eating high-fiber foods like ripe papaya (only if doctor approved) or prunes, and drink gallons of water so you don't have to strain.
You don't have time to deal with this when working. Just add a tablespoon of psyllium husk (isabgol) in warm milk at night. It's quick, safe, and works overnight. Also, keep a water bottle at your desk and sip constantly.
Please be very careful and do not strain too much as it can lead to complications or hemorrhoids. I had a difficult pregnancy and my doctor strictly advised against straining. It is best to ask your gynac for a safe stool softener syrup that they recommend.
