Safe Laxatives? Lost My List

Leggadine08 · October 2010

Ok ladies I know its been talked about on here a lot but I honestly cant remember what laxatives are ok. I cant find my medication list either so..

I think I remember hearing colace is ok??

ToBeMrsC6907 · October 2010

My OB recommends Metamucil first, then a stool softener if that doesn't work. I have senna (Senokot) which is what I was given in the hopsital after I had DS (which is safe because I was BF'ing).

Leggadine08 · October 2010

I tried to make a glass of metamucil the last few mornings but I have puked it up every time.

I think its the taste. Im going to get some Tang to mix in with it. Im desperate.

KhloesMom · October 2010

Not sure on the laxative/stool softener front, I would call your OB to get their exact instructions if you've lost them.

Natural & safe things that can help: Activia yogurt, anything with a lot of fiber in it and a single cup of coffee in the AM.

timnerin · October 2010

Colace is ok to take I just asked the Doc on Monday! They said you can take it the entire pregnancy and to not let yourself go for more than a day or two before adressing it.