Rubykix7 2 Posted July 20, 2013 Omg, I have never been so constipated in my life. Nothing is working. (Warning: TMI) I had to disimpact myself it was so bad. I feel awful. Does anyone else have Constipation and how do you prevent it? I think I'm going back to liquids for awhile. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joatsaint 2,814 Posted July 20, 2013 I eat about 1 to 1 1/2 cups of re fried Beans per day. Seems to do the trick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kvlasy 195 Posted July 20, 2013 TMI warning! I had the same problem. I took Milk of Magnesia. When hat wasn't enough, I used A Fleets enema. After fighting it for a month this way, I now take three stool softener a a day - one in the morning and two at night. In addition, I take two Fiberwell gummies. Each Gummie has 5 grams of Fiber. It is what finally worked for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oregondaisy 2,021 Posted July 20, 2013 Take magnesium That will help . At least 2 capsules. Also take Miralax at least every other day.Make sure you're drinking plenty of Water. ' I do still have to use a fleet enema too, but the magnesium has made a huge difference. 1 Molly3 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Molly3 495 Posted July 20, 2013 I had it bad 2 weeks ago.....2hrs later, I gave birth to TWINS! I'm only 6wks out & not eating very much but, holy heck!!! Miralax a few times a week & MOM occasionally! Umm, good luck! 1 DonRodolfo reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Molly3 495 Posted July 20, 2013 Take magnesium That will help . At least 2 capsules. Also take miralax at least every other day.Make sure you're drinking plenty of Water. ' I do still have to use a fleet enema too, but the magnesium has made a huge difference. OregonDaisy, Magnesium? Everyday? THX! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flup 48 Posted July 20, 2013 I'm drinking some diluted prune juice at this very moment - I'm hoping it works because I'm in the same boat you are. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T'snewstart 251 Posted July 20, 2013 I use a stool.softener everyday and metimusil clear and natural daily... that works for me. It's the combination of the two that works for me. One by itself is not enough. Hope this helps... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cindymg 629 Posted July 20, 2013 Are you taking Iron? I was all backed up a few weeks back, even though the Iron I was taking was supposed to non-constipating. I switched to Ferosal, a plant-based iron, and I only take it every 3 days. Plus I add fiber powder to my yogurt and applesauce. Things are working pretty well. I use stool softener if I feel constipated for more than a day. Hope this helps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rubykix7 2 Posted July 20, 2013 Thanks for the suggestions! I obviously need some fiber so maybe I'll start using the clear citrucel or Metamucil. I don't ever want this to happen again. I also need to drink more Water. The fiber gummies sound good too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JP69 116 Posted July 20, 2013 Omg, I have never been so constipated in my life. Nothing is working. (Warning: TMI) I had to disimpact myself it was so bad. I feel awful. Does anyone else have Constipation and how do you prevent it? I think I'm going back to liquids for awhile. Oh gosh I know how you feel! You can start by taking a dulcolax suspository that should clean you out pretty quickly. Then I can only speak for myself, I chew two Gummy Fiber chews every morning, that seems to work for me, I go regularly about every three days or so. I haven't had constipation since I started the gummies. Good Luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amanda626 153 Posted July 20, 2013 That does get better. I thought I was dying so i understand!!! Don't go more then 3 days without pooping. 4 months out now and no issues Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oregondaisy 2,021 Posted July 20, 2013 Yes, Magnesium every day. Most people have a magnesium deficiency anyway. Try to drink as much Water as you can. 1 Molly3 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Molly3 495 Posted July 20, 2013 Oregondaisy, Thank you so much! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
butterfly_gal 151 Posted July 20, 2013 I used to get constipated real bad too. I have started eating a high fiber Cereal twice a week and my problem is gone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites