The constipation is often a nasty side to the pregnancy. What solutions are the safest and least aggressive against the constipation for pregnant women?
Why are pregnant women more often constipated?
There are several reasons. First, the baby must take its place in the belly, and sometimes it just compresses other organs including the intestines. Their natural movement is a little upset.
In addition, pregnant women are generally less active than those who do not wear baby. Such as constipation is related to physical inactivity, it also naturally increases over the months.
Finally, many pregnant women should take supplements of iron, which fight against anemia, but have the disadvantage of constipation. Seen, many factors come together to undermine the good transit during pregnancy.
Eat plenty of high fiber foods: whole grains, fruits and vegetables raw and cooked. It is true that to avoid some dangerous infections during pregnancy, the pregnant women must be aware of raw vegetables. But as they are properly cleaned, there is no reason to miss!
Drink enough water. Associated with the fibers, the liquid encourage bowel movement.
Stay active. A walk or a swim can be enough to fight against a little constipation.
Constipation: Laxatives what to choose when you're pregnant?
All laxatives can not be taken during pregnancy. Scientific studies are rare, but are generally advised to avoid laxatives "contact" or irritating. They in fact increase the risk of triggering uterine contractions. Attention, most laxative herbs are part of this class of medication!
The laxative called lubricants, paraffin base, are not recommended because they decrease the absorption of certain vitamins. But a diet rich in vitamins is particularly important during pregnancy ... constipation or not!
The osmotic laxatives, which increase the volume of liquid contained in the stool to encourage transit, are normally safe for pregnant women. We can advise lactulose or sorbitol. One, macrogol, is not recommended because it contains a lot of salt.
Finally, laxatives called ballast, fibers that are simply designed to increase stool bulk, are quite used by pregnant and constipated. Ask your doctor if you suffer from constipation during your pregnancy!
