Not Medical Advice:
Things you can do to alleviate constipation during pregnancy include:
- • Eating a high-fiber diet (lots of whole grains, vegetables, and whole fruits)
- • Drink plenty of water
- • Increase the amount of exercise you do
If these don't help, there are two OTC medications with no known harmful effects during pregnancy when you take them as directed (though it's still best to check with your doctor before taking anything):
- • Colace (docusate sodium)
- • Metamucil (psyllium)
For more tips and information about constipation during pregnancy, check out BabyCenter.com.
BoldSky Limitless Living reports that the 7 Best Beverages For Pregnant Women, besides water, are:
- • Green Tea
- • Milk
- • Avocado Smoothies
- • Orange Juice
- • Chamomile tea
- • Cherry juice
- • Ginger tea