Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Asked 4 months ago

How to relieve constipation during pregnancy fast?

Since my second trimester started, this constipation has been a real struggle, it's making me so uncomfortable. My Bhabhi said it's common during pregnancy but I need some quick relief. What can I do?

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Arjun Sharma Arjun Sharma Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago
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Honestly, pregnancy is a sensitive time. Please don't just try random remedies from the internet. What works for one person might not be good for you or the baby. Always double-check with your doctor first.

Anjali Mehta Anjali Mehta Joined May 2026 4 months ago

My sister went through this with both her pregnancies. What helped her a lot was having a warm glass of milk with a spoon of ghee before bed. Also, remember to stay active, even a small walk helps, if your doctor says it's okay.

Priya Kapoor Priya Kapoor Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Oh, I totally remember this from my first pregnancy! It's so common. Try to increase your fiber intake gradually – add more fruits like papaya, bananas, and green leafy veggies. Also, drink plenty of water throughout the day. It really makes a difference.

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Consult a gastroenterologist

Rohan Singh Rohan Singh Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Along with diet, gentle physical activity can really help get things moving. If your doctor has cleared you for it, even a 20-30 minute walk daily can be super effective. It's not just about what you eat, but also how you move.

Siddharth Reddy Siddharth Reddy Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

This is a question best for your gynaecologist. When I had concerns during my wife's pregnancy, our doctor at Apollo was very clear about what medications or remedies were safe. Please call your doctor and ask them directly, don't self-medicate.

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Lakshmi Iyer Lakshmi Iyer Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Our elders always suggest eating plenty of greens and drinking warm water for such issues. But during pregnancy, it's very important to be careful. Do speak with your doctor, they can suggest something safe and effective for you. Take care.

Neha Gupta Neha Gupta Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Haan, pregnancy mein constipation bahut tough hota hai. Mere saath bhi hua tha. Thoda sa warm water morning mein try karo, empty stomach. Aur fibre waali cheezein zyada khao, na? Like daal, fruits, sabzi.

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