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Constipation in pregnancy

Advice on the causes of constipation in pregnancy, plus suggested methods of prevention and treatment and natural remedies.

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You may become constipated very early in pregnancy because of the hormonal changes going on in your body. It will help to:

make sure you include plenty of fibre in your diet through eating foods like wholemeal breads, wholegrain cereals, fruit and vegetables, and pulses such as beans and lentils

exercise regularly to keep your muscles toned up

make sure you drink plenty of water

avoid iron pills if they cause constipation. Ask your doctor whether you can manage without them or change to a different type; if not, you may have to accept having constipation

Author : Department of Health: The Pregnancy Book 2004 - 2005

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Try senokot hi-fibre sachets - they are some sort of husk ground to a dust which you mix with a small amount of water. They work really well.
	added by Hedgar [Mon 18th Aug 2008 @ 09:15:20]

Why oh why do we have to suffer the pain of constipation which in turn gives you piles while pregnant??? It is soooooooooooo painful and embarrassing, or am i the only one that has to deal with this discomfort lol
	added by lisaham [Mon 23rd Jun 2008 @ 08:27:41]

Is there any sort of laxative that is safe to take during early pregnancy?
	added by emmajarratt [Mon 22nd Oct 2007 @ 09:39:45]

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