It is awful! I use Fybogel, can buy it from boots (or get a prescription because it’s about £10 for 30 satchets I think) and it really, really helps.Constipation is absolutely having my life! I’m in so much pain and just cannot go, then feel like I’m snapping at my partner but it’s just because I’m really uncomfy.
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On the topic of constipation…. If you have one of those fold up plastic steps most people have to reach down things from high cupboards etc I recommend putting them under your feet when you go to the loo…position helps a lot when you’re constipated and the steps raise your legs and lower your pelvis to a better position. It’s basically the same as having a squatty potty that people recommend…
The vagina whisperer on Instagram has some great posts around constipation and pelvic floor. Pretending to blow bubbles really helps!
Is there anything that would make you go normally when you’re not pregnant? Grapes for me normally go through me so I’ve been having half a pack of grapes each day which is keeping me regular ish (still slow for me) but I dread to think what I would be like without themConstipation is absolutely having my life! I’m in so much pain and just cannot go, then feel like I’m snapping at my partner but it’s just because I’m really uncomfy.
Full pack of soft mints. Works a treatConstipation is absolutely having my life! I’m in so much pain and just cannot go, then feel like I’m snapping at my partner but it’s just because I’m really uncomfy.
Had D&V about 10 times since last night so I guess it's a bug or something I ate 
Feel completely wretched but also can't sleep because my hands and feet are full of pins and needles which is new
Just double checking but Imodium/loperamide isn't allowed in pregnancy is it
Feel completely wretched but also can't sleep because my hands and feet are full of pins and needles which is newJust double checking but Imodium/loperamide isn't allowed in pregnancy is it
I think it's one of those things where you're supposed to contact the doctor first as it's not really been tested in pregnancyHad D&V about 10 times since last night so I guess it's a bug or something I ate
Just double checking but Imodium/loperamide isn't allowed in pregnancy is it
Sending you well wishes! I had a D&V bug last weekend at 35 weeks and it was roughHad D&V about 10 times since last night so I guess it's a bug or something I ate
Just double checking but Imodium/loperamide isn't allowed in pregnancy is it
Nope, sorry! I’ve been told to not use it. Prior to pregnancy I took it daily because of IBS.Had D&V about 10 times since last night so I guess it's a bug or something I ate
Just double checking but Imodium/loperamide isn't allowed in pregnancy is it
Denied all the good drugs
First Sudafed and now thisGood luck! My induction was quick... hopefully yours won't be too bad. You got this
Had my growth scan today. They’ve measured him as 6lb9 at 36+1 weeks and he is head down now 
Happy for me to carry on for now, but to consider how I want to deliver as I had a 3a tear with my first and is an increased risk of that happening again.
Im booked in for another growth scan on 11th Jan, due date is 15th. I wanted earlier but there aren’t any appts before then. So feel like I didn’t get many answers but equally happy not to be told I have to have a c section as that’s not my preferred birth option.
Happy for me to carry on for now, but to consider how I want to deliver as I had a 3a tear with my first and is an increased risk of that happening again.Im booked in for another growth scan on 11th Jan, due date is 15th. I wanted earlier but there aren’t any appts before then. So feel like I didn’t get many answers but equally happy not to be told I have to have a c section as that’s not my preferred birth option.
Don't know if it's any reassurance but I had a 3c tear with my second and only a 1st degree with my 3rd. Although it was an up and down tearHad my growth scan today. They’ve measured him as 6lb9 at 36+1 weeks and he is head down now
Im booked in for another growth scan on 11th Jan, due date is 15th. I wanted earlier but there aren’t any appts before then. So feel like I didn’t get many answers but equally happy not to be told I have to have a c section as that’s not my preferred birth option.
but the upwards was nothing to do with the previous tear hahaDue date twins!Had my growth scan today. They’ve measured him as 6lb9 at 36+1 weeks and he is head down now
Im booked in for another growth scan on 11th Jan, due date is 15th. I wanted earlier but there aren’t any appts before then. So feel like I didn’t get many answers but equally happy not to be told I have to have a c section as that’s not my preferred birth option.
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Thank you for the constipation advice, pregnancy is so glamorous isn’t it?!
For those of you who have felt baby move, what did those first movements feel like and how far pregnant were you? I’m 16 weeks and feeling occasional quick, sharp pains low in my stomach but I’m not sure if it’s babymoving or just my uterus stretching.
For those of you who have felt baby move, what did those first movements feel like and how far pregnant were you? I’m 16 weeks and feeling occasional quick, sharp pains low in my stomach but I’m not sure if it’s babymoving or just my uterus stretching.
It shouldn't be painful. That sounds more like round ligament.Thank you for the constipation advice, pregnancy is so glamorous isn’t it?!
For those of you who have felt baby move, what did those first movements feel like and how far pregnant were you? I’m 16 weeks and feeling occasional quick, sharp pains low in my stomach but I’m not sure if it’s babymoving or just my uterus stretching.
Movement is more like a popping feeling. A bit like when your stomach rumbles
I have had my c section date confirmed for 30th December due to little miss still being breech! Can’t quite believe I will have a baby next week!! Any tips/advice from mummas that have had sections before??? I am nervous!
Has anyone had ligament pain near their right hip but very low almost bottom of the bump?
Feels like stretching whenever I move / walk / bend a certain way.
Before when I’ve had it it’s because he’s been right wedged in but today I’ve felt him moving right near my belly button so guessing it’s more stretching pains
Feels like stretching whenever I move / walk / bend a certain way.
Before when I’ve had it it’s because he’s been right wedged in
but today I’ve felt him moving right near my belly button so guessing it’s more stretching painsHave you found out what you are and aren’t offered in theatre? Like a playlist/skin to skin/ being talked through what’s happening?
Take your biggest knickers that go over your belly so they’ll be well away from your scar. Also take slip on footwear like sliders or crocs or flip flops as you’re not going to want to bend down especially not for the initial few days.
Stand up straight when you’re up and about, it might be uncomfortable but it’s the best for recovery.
Be patient with yourself, I was surprised how much everything felt bruised and I could only take little steps everywhere. It’s major surgery so remember that whenever you’re beating yourself or feeling down! But it doesn’t last for too long x
If you have a car get someone to take it for a spin for you every now and then as mine sat on the drive and I had to get a new battery!
good luck!! Xxx
I get similar if I walk around too much quickly, I think it’s just everything stretching and moving. There’s a lot of real estate structural changes going on!Has anyone had ligament pain near their right hip but very low almost bottom of the bump?
Feels like stretching whenever I move / walk / bend a certain way.
Before when I’ve had it it’s because he’s been right wedged in
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