Anjali Devi Anjali Devi Asked 9 months ago

Do you get diarrhea during pregnancy?

My sister-in-law is pregnant and has been having a bit of an upset stomach, like diarrhea, for a couple of days. We are wondering if this is a common thing that happens during pregnancy, or if it's something to worry about.

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Neha Dhillon Neha Dhillon Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago
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Oh absolutely, pregnancy brings all sorts of surprises for your stomach, it is like a daily lottery. One day you are constipated, the next day you are running to the washroom three times a hour. Just keep sipping ORS and try to avoid street food for a while!

Rohan Malhotra Rohan Malhotra Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

It happens quite often due to sudden hormonal changes or even prenatal vitamins. I track my wife's dietary intake on an app, and we noticed high-fat foods sometimes trigger it. Try keeping a simple food log to see if any specific food is causing the upset stomach.

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Kalyani Deshmukh Kalyani Deshmukh Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

I really feel for you, stomach issues are so exhausting when you are expecting. When I had this, my mother-in-law gave me light buttermilk with a pinch of roasted jeera and black salt, which really helped settle my stomach. But if it lasts more than 24 hours, definitely ask your doctor before taking any tablets.

Farhana Sheikh Farhana Sheikh Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

I totally get it, dealing with loose motions while managing pregnancy fatigue is the absolute worst. Please don't stress, just keep your fluids up with coconut water and lime juice. Just keep an eye out to ensure you don't feel too weak or dizzy.

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Suresh Hegde Suresh Hegde Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

Yes, digestive issues are common, but you must be careful with what you drink to stay hydrated. Since I manage diabetes, I always advise avoiding those sweet packed juices or heavily sweetened ORS. Stick to plain water, thin buttermilk, or salted lemon water to keep your blood sugar stable too.

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