StaceyinLA Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 And what is safe to use on hemorrhoids? Dd texted me today in a panic because she thinks she has one. She has been having trouble with her bowels even though she is eating really well, and including prunes, oatmeal, etc. She is too embarrassed to ask her doula, even though I have told her this is very common. I have actually never had a problem with either though, so I need some help... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LidiyaDawn Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 My doc gave me "lactulose" …and also said I could use my sennakot tablets. Pharmacist said those glycerine rocket ships are okay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wapiti Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 colace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiddenJewel Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 If she is taking iron, it might be from that. There are non-constipating ones available. Flax seed/meal is good if she can take that. And she should ask. That is what she is paying for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I took a lot of plain Metamucil while pg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 My doctor prescribed metamucil, but I've found that plain ground flaxseed works better and isn't as harsh. Too much non-soluable fiber can be uncomfortable. She could take 1-2 tsp in a glass of orange juice daily throughout pregnancy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeeBeaks Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I used that soluble fiber stuff that you stir in water and doesn't taste like anything last pregnancy. I was on a med that caused the situation. Papaya also works pretty well (the plain fruit that is, eating lots of it!). My OB told me the Prep-H topical was perfectly fine, and Witch Hazel applied topically. If she solves the other part, the hemorrhoids themselves will likely resolve during PG or shortly thereafter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Apple juice or pear nectar in large quantities works really well to get things moving. And it won't cause cramping like a laxative. I would drink half a bottle a day if I had too, or a whole bottle of sparkling apple cider. And she can get it anywhere, and start right away. For long term, even better, and with less sugar, is Natural Calm, a magnesium supplement that is advised for pregnancy and nursing. Magnesium is a natural stool softener. It also helps keep blood pressure normal and relieves stress. Great stuff. http://www.calmnatural.com/natural-calm-raspberry-lemon-16oz She needs to stay hydrated, as fiber supplements and high fiber diet will make her even more constipated if she doesn't drink enough water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelly in IL Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Plus they taste like candy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissad2 Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I used to eat fiber one bars and take colace daily and if that didn't work I would take milk of magnesia :ack2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I used to eat fiber one bars and take colace daily and if that didn't work I would take milk of magnesia :ack2: Oh yes, forgot about that MoM! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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