Constipation is a common ailment in daily life, often associated with irregular lifestyle habits. Of course, some pregnant women may also experience constipation, which is related to the special physiological conditions during pregnancy. The uterus can compress the rectum, affecting bowel movements. So, how can pregnant women prevent constipation?
1. Regularly defecate in the morning
Pregnant women should maintain the habit of regular bowel movements, usually waking up in the morning or defecating after breakfast. After breakfast, the colon will be more active and easy to defecate. About an hour after breakfast is a good time for defecation; Be careful not to look at your phone or read a book during bowel movements to avoid shifting your focus. You may not have the intention to defecate at the beginning, but it's okay. Gradually form a habit of regular bowel movements and you can defecate.
Pregnant women should not ignore the urge to defecate, and should not hold back. Choosing to use the toilet to defecate can reduce the pressure on the lower abdomen. After defecation, it is necessary to clean the perineum and anus to avoid severe hemorrhoids.
2. Improving dietary habits
Pregnant women with constipation must pay attention to drinking plenty of water. It is recommended to drink 6-8 glasses of water per day, which can be plain water, lemon water, honey water, etc. Then pay attention to consuming more coarse grains in terms of diet, such as corn, sweet potatoes, taro, etc; Also, it is important to eat some fruits in moderation, such as apples, peaches, and so on. Pay attention to eating less stimulating foods as much as possible, which is not conducive to the health of pregnant women and fetuses, and can also worsen constipation.
There are some precautions to prevent constipation, but the main one is to develop regular lifestyle habits, which can reduce the occurrence of constipation or hemorrhoids.
