My pet has been feeling off since few days, loose motions and all. Im in first trimester. Is this a normal pregnancy thing or something else? Anyone else dealt with this?
Pregnancy hormones slow down your digestion completely, which is why stomach upsets or bloating happen so easily. Just stick to simple, light meals like curd rice, khichdi, and drink lots of buttermilk (chaas). It’s a very cheap, easy way to cool your stomach down naturally.
Oh, I remember having a horrible stomach upset in my second trimester and worrying if it would affect my baby. Rest assured, your little one is completely safe in their amniotic sac! Just stay hydrated with coconut water and let your body rest—it passes soon.
Stomach upset is very common because of hormonal shifts, but it can also be a reaction to your prenatal iron tablets. Sometimes changing the brand of your iron supplement with your doctor's permission fixes it. Make sure you are drinking clean, boiled water and eating fully cooked food to avoid infections.
Whenever my stomach felt even slightly upset or crampy, I would get so scared because of my past miscarriage. If the upset stomach is accompanied by any severe cramping or spotting, please do not ignore it. Gently call your gynac right away just to be 100% sure everything is safe.
Fluctuating progesterone levels relax your intestinal muscles, leading to either constipation or diarrhea. If you are having frequent loose motions or severe cramps, please consult your doctor instead of self-medicating. They can prescribe safe pregnancy-friendly probiotics or ORS if needed.
I had a bad stomach infection in my 5th month and had to be hospitalized for IV fluids, which cost us quite a bit out of pocket. To avoid unnecessary hospital bills and expensive tests, please be very careful about outside food and hygiene. Stick to home-cooked meals and save those hospital funds for your actual delivery!
