What can i take for constipation when i am 3 months pregnant?
Constipation is going to happen throughout your pregnancy because of your hormones. Any stool softener is OK. Just make sure you do not take a laxative. You need to check on these things which can make things easier for you as well: 1. Eat at least 5 servings of fruits and veggies a day, preferably raw (wash them well.) You can certainly eat more than that, if you choose. 2. Drink plenty of water. But, drinking too much can cause water retention, so follow this formula to figure out how much you need: figure how much you weigh in pounds. Divide that by two. Then that is how many ounces of water (fluids) you need to be drinking each day. Water is best, but fruit juices are OK. Skip anything with artificial sweeteners. Also make sure you do not drink too much Vitamin A. V-8 Fusion Juices contain quite a bit, and too much Vitamin A while your pregnant can cause issues with your liver. 3. Exercise. Even if you’re just walking a little each day, it will help. 4. Skip things that you know ca
