I'm just a few weeks pregnant and the bloating is already making me so uncomfortable. It feels like my stomach is always full. Why does bloating happen so much during pregnancy?
It's mainly due to pregnancy hormones relaxing your digestive muscles. I used to eat very small portions and walk slowly for 10 minutes after meals. It really helps release the trapped gas.
Since you can't prevent it fully due to hormones, manage it practically. Avoid sitting in one place for too long at work, take short walking breaks, and eat light, fiber-rich meals.
I used to panic thinking the bloating was a sign of some issue, but my doctor reassured me it's just hormones. Try to avoid beans, cabbage, and fizzy drinks as they make it worse. Stay strong, it gets easier!
Arey, my stomach looked 6 months pregnant in the first trimester itself just because of the bloating! It's just the progesterone doing its work. Laugh it off and buy some loose, comfy pants!
Progesterone hormone slows down your digestion, which causes all that gas and bloating. It's totally normal! I had a normal delivery and had severe bloating throughout, but drinking warm water daily really helped me.
