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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
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General Pregnancy Information
Power of Iron
Calicum Facts
Folic Acid

Nutrition

Food Saftey

Breast Feeding

Morning Sickness

Constipation

Gaining Weight

Recommended Weight

Hospital Based Education (outside link)
Memorial Medical Center
Saint John's Hospital

Tips for Constipation

Constipation may be caused by:

  • Prenatal vitamins
  • Body changes during pregnancy
Try these helpful hints!
  • Use the toilet regularly
  • Drink lots of fluids…water is best!
  • Try some fruit juice (prune, grape, apple)
  • Eat fresh fruits and vegetables
  • Eat high fiber foods
picture of bread
picture of a glass of water Try these high fiber foods!
  • Whole wheat bread products
  • Whole wheat crackers
  • Triscuits
  • Wheat Thins
  • Whole wheat cereals
  • Bran Flakes
  • Raisin Bran
  • Wheat Chex
  • Oatmeal
  • Shredded Wheat
  • Fruits and vegetables