So when Colace does not help at all, what do I try?

Jimsgirl5821 · March 2012

I have been taking the max does of Colace for several days now and it hasnt made a bit of difference. What else can I try? I feel so bloated. I have gained a couple pounds even though I haven't changed my eating habits, which I am hoping/assuming is from constipation. What has worked for you???

Jimsgirl5821 · March 2012

dose I mean, sorry

Kadyra · March 2012

Dulcolax suppository. Unwrap it and it goes up the bum. Usually works like a charm. If not, your ob will have some more suggestions.

seraphiclust · March 2012

Have you tried Fiber One or Fiber Plus bars? Those worked wonders for me my first pregnancy. Might be worth a try!

shlittertoots · March 2012

I drink a glass of Citrucel every morning (it doesn't give me gas) Activia yogurt also helps me, or a cup of coffee would make me go (I haven't tried the coffee trick since I got pregnant b/c I'm avoiding all caffeine, but you can have a cup and it's ok) I've also heard Kashi cereal will make you go, or Grape Nuts...HTH

Jimsgirl5821 · March 2012

Thanks ladies, I will be stopping at the store on the way home

IAM3Bs · March 2012

I had the same question-

the zofran is pretty much stopping things alltogether. I tried milk of magnesia over the weekend and it worked, but here we are on Tuesday and I'm already backed back up. I may try some of these suggestions myself

DysonBaby2 · March 2012

The best thing I found was litterly drinknig a cup ( no more no less ) of Iced prune juice every day. I dont get cramps, I dont get bloated , I dont feel a lot fo pressure and I have IBS! I am now 20 weeks pregnant and I'm regular.. NOW if i could stop puking that would be great!

Mrs.RockyM · March 2012

it's possible the bloat is really just pregnancy bloat and has nothing to do with constipation, especially if the colace isn't helping.

kobrie01 · March 2012

Colace didn't work for me either so I bought baby food prunes and dried prunes. They worked for me before morning sickness kicked in and now I cannot even look at them!

Jimsgirl5821 · March 2012

I know I would get bloated anyway but not to overshare...I havent pooped in like 3 days and when I did before that it wasnt much...that just isnt normal for me at all : )

carlinlp · March 2012

A pinch of Epsom salt in a glass of water will do the trick. Super cheap and easy!

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Jenna3628 · March 2012

I drink apple juice and/or apple cider every day and try to eat grapes or apples at least 4-5 days a week. Colace doesn't work for me if I wait too long (3 days and bloated it probably beyond its capabilities)

Medic99 · March 2012

Try ice cold prune juice. It does wonders!! I hadn't gone for a few days so I was really backed up and bloated. One large cup later and things were moving. Make sure it is very cold! It helps make it more bearable to drink. I hope this helps you!

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