March 4th, 2010
Can being really constipated cause really bad cramping during pregnancy. Yesterday I was really worried, cuz I had severe bloating and cramping all day. I felt just horrible. but I still felt baby moving around, so I figured it was probably ok. but I was in a lot of pain. I hadn’t had a bowel movement in about two days or so. Could that have caused my bad cramping. Any one have experiences with that. I always worry when I cramp up that bad. Thanks for any advice. Im 20 weeks pregnant.
i went to the ER for cramping because it was so intense and it turned out to be constipation.. i think i tore something though from trying to go.. The only thing that worked for me was half a cup of prune juice mixed with hot water… Talk to your dr about it though they may have better options.9
YES it can. it happens to me all the time, but when i go to the bathroom it goes away. my dr says it will be that way until the baby is here
Its most likely constipation or gas
Constipation causes a lot of discomfort all the time, not just during pregnancy.
As the baby grows, he is taking up space in an area that is already pretty full of vital organs. So as the uterus expands, much pressure is put on the large intestine, which can result in bouts of constipation as well as bouts of diarrhea.
Pre-natal vitamins (iron) causes constipation in a lot of women.
In terms of constipation, make sure you eat a lot of fiber, leafy green veggies, whole grain breads. Take a fiber supplement if you like. This helps create bulk in the large intestine, which will avoid constipation. Above all, drink LOTS of water. That is good for you, for the baby and it helps avoid constipation, as well.
I’m 15 weeks….Earlier I read that when the babies move around, it causes cramps in the belly because it’s moving all your internal organs upward so that your baby can continue to grow.. This usually starts at 15+ weeks.
Secondly being constipated is an alternative for having pain in the abdomen.. Because the doctor told me so at my last visit…. hope this helps…. GOOD LUCK