While preparing for birth, a pregnant woman's body undergoes a lot of changes. One of the common changes is the problem of constipation.
Constipation can be regarded and described in different ways. One is the bloating feeling, or not passing stools for 3 days in a week. Medically, constipation is a condition that is termed as having fewer than three bowel movements a week.
Constipation is very common condition that takes place during pregnancy and in the few days after delivering a baby. A few pregnant women report painful bowel movements especially when they have undergone episiotomy. Also, some women who have had a caesarean section delivery face temporary paralyzed bowel movements termed ileus.
There are some ways in which you can prevent constipation during pregnancy. The first way is to exercise daily. Light to moderate walking will make you feel less bloated and will promote better bowel movements. Consume lots of fluids – this will keep your intestines and baby healthy. Drink at least 8 glasses of water per day. If the weather is hot you may need to increase your fluid intake. Take your regular calcium and vitamin supplements. Prenatal vitamins that are mainly designed and meant for pregnant women are better absorbed by the digestive tract. They do not come with side-effects like nausea and bloating. Hopefully these few simple solutions will help you treat constipation without delay and with ease.
