Sorry for the tmi but this is bothering me. Since first trimester its become so much worse than before and i havent changed my food much. Is this normal or just me?
It is just your body adjusting to all the changes inside. Praying and keeping a peaceful mind helps, but also focus on simple, home-cooked food. Avoid heavy spices as they can upset your stomach further.
Oh, the glamorous side of pregnancy that nobody talks about! 😅 It's totally normal because of high progesterone slowing down your digestion. Keep eating fiber-rich foods and stay hydrated!
Hormonal changes and iron supplements can really mess up your digestion, making your stool smell different or bad. Since my PCOS already made my gut sensitive, I just focused on drinking lots of water and eating fiber.
When I had gestational diabetes, my diet changed a lot, which also affected my bowel movements. If you are taking high-dose iron, that is the main culprit. Make sure you don't take any self-remedies without discussing with your doctor.
Honestly, it's usually due to the prenatal iron tablets that the doctor prescribes. It slows down digestion, which causes gas and smelly poop. Don't skip the tablets, just add some buttermilk to your lunch to help.
