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Understanding Constipation During Pregnancy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The changes that occur in the body of women during pregnancy are plenty. Aversion or craving for food, swollen fingers and toes, increased urge to urinate, and nausea are among the most common ones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another very common yet least talked about change happens to your bowel movements. You may find it difficult to pass stool regularly. This is called constipation. This may be caused due to changes in hormone levels,<\/a> too much iron intake, weight put on the bowel by the fetus, or simply dietary changes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is it risky to be constipated during pregnancy? Are there any effective home remedies? Can you prevent constipation? Can you get immediate constipation relief during pregnancy? Let\u2019s try to answer your doubts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Causes of Constipation During Pregnancy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Hormonal Changes<\/gwmw><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The hormone called progesterone<\/em> is at increased levels when you are pregnant. It relaxes the functions of your intestine. More and more water content is extracted out of the waste in your body, making it hard and dry. Hence, it becomes difficult to pass motion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Iron Content<\/gwmw><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Most pregnant women are provided with multivitamins and asked to take iron-rich food<\/a> too. This is because iron helps your blood to carry oxygen more efficiently through you and your baby\u2019s bodies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, your gut may find it harder to digest food due to this additional iron. If you are not hydrating well while taking iron supplements, you are at risk of constipation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Medication<\/gwmw><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Constipation is sometimes a side effect of certain medicines<\/a> that you may be taking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Baby<\/gwmw><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The weight of your fetus may be adding pressure on your intestine leading to slower digestion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Food Habits<\/gwmw><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n

If you are not having food rich in fiber content, and do not have lots of water, you may get constipated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Risks of Constipation During Pregnancy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You are more likely to have constipation during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. It is also more likely if you used to be constipated before you got pregnant. Some women continue to be constipated for some time even after giving birth. It is usually nothing serious and can be cured using some laxative medicines, if not by simple home remedies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Very rarely, constipation could be a sign of any other ailments such as hemorrhoids<\/a> or tumors. If constipation is accompanied by severe pain and extreme discomfort, see your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lifestyle Changes to Promote Regular Bowel Movement<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n


Some simple lifestyle changes can help you have a regular bowel movement, whether you are pregnant <\/a>or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n