I am 35 weeks pregnant, and I have been constipated the whole time! Seriuosly, and when I can go, it's maybe twice a week. Doctor doesn't seem concerned, but I have heard it can cause problems during labor. My diet is really good, lot's of veggies, fruits, meats. I have a pretty good balance I think.
2007-02-12 07:20:03 · 16 answers · asked by christinanicole85 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I did say HOME REMEDIES right? I don't like the cramping OTC medicine causes, i got enough pain!
2007-02-12 07:26:51 · update #1
I just realized that I probably don't excercise enough. I sit at computer all day, could this be part of it? Duh, probably.
2007-02-12 07:30:32 · update #2
Fruit dynamite - Place 250 grams ( 8 oounces) each, of pitted prunes, pitted dates, dried figs, sultana raisins, and dried apricots in a large pot. Add enough water until it covers the fruit and is about an inch (3 cm) above the fruit. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat until it is just barely boiling. Allow it to boil for one hour. ( yes an hour). Be sure to stir it often. As it boils it will thicken and so you can keep turning down the heat and still maintain a soft boil. Once it has boiled for an hour, turn the mixture off and remove it from the stove. Let it cool for one hour.
Add 1 cup ground flax seed, 1 cup wheat bran or wheat germ and 1/2 cup honey and 2 Tbsps Molasses ( optional). Stir well.
Puree the mixture in batches in a food processor or use a braun hand blender.
Put the pureed mixture into containers.
Start by taking 1/4 cup (60 mls.) in the morning and at night. I personally guarantee this will work. If it doesn't just eat more until it does. Be sure to drink lots of water as well.
2007-02-12 07:39:19 · answer #1 · answered by Bethe W 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Drink a nice big cup of prune juice. Then take 2 citrucel tablets every night with your prenatals.
This is what my OB/GYN told me to do when I was pregnant last year. It totally worked and now still take the tablets and my vitamins. I am so regular you can set your watch to my BMs.
Monkey has a point - Those Fiber One Chewey Chocolate and Oats bars are AWESOME! They are part of my Weight Watchers plan now, too.
2007-02-12 07:29:56 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lots and lots of water is all i can suggest at 35 weeks. Add some extra fiber into your diet as well, maybe that will help. I was constipated up to that point too, but now that i'm overdue (40w4d pregnant) my body seems intent on cleaning me out!
2007-02-12 07:24:28 · answer #3 · answered by Gig 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
drink a lot of water, eat bran, and whole grain, they have a new prune juice out that is mixed with other flavored juices, but the water will do miracles
mom to 5
2007-02-12 07:24:48 · answer #4 · answered by melissa s 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check with your doctor first of course, but try a cup of Badia Slimming Tea. It is a natural tea and it will help, i promise. You might need to take it for a few nights, but you will have results. Take it before bed.
2007-02-12 07:30:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Prune juice, fiber one cerial, fiber one granola bars that come with (yum) chocolate chips on top... stuff like that. If he doesn't seemed concerned maybe you should put a little pressure on him. Some docs don't get it until you're holding them by their tie.
2007-02-12 07:26:57 · answer #6 · answered by throughthebackyards 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried apple or prune juice? Also try walking and drinking lots of water.
2007-02-12 07:26:50 · answer #7 · answered by Tenn Gal 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if your doctor isnt concerned, I wouldnt worry about the labor.but if your uncomfortable, try drinking some prune juice, or grapefruit juice, that usually helps and since its natural, its ok for baby too.
2007-02-12 07:25:20 · answer #8 · answered by dynamite136 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dried fruit works for me...dried apricots and peaches, prunes, raisins, cranberries...or a mix of all of them. They're tasty and make a good snack, too.
2007-02-12 07:30:41 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋