What to do if you have bloating in early pregnancy

During pregnancy, pregnant women are often prone to various diseases due to their weak bodies. The early stages of pregnancy are a very unstable period, and the body often experiences some discomfort symptoms, and abdominal bloating is a common symptom. Changes in hormone secretion or uterine enlargement in the early stages of pregnancy can cause abdominal bloating. So what should you do if you have abdominal bloating in the early stages of pregnancy?

1. Eat small meals frequently. The first step to avoid bloating is to start with diet. Experts believe that when you have bloating, your stomach is already very bloated. If you eat a lot of food, the stomach will have too much work to do and bloat even more. Therefore, you can eat 6 to 8 meals a day and don't eat too much food at once. In addition, don't just eat liquid food, because liquid food is not easy to digest for the stomach and intestines. It is best to choose semi-solid food, such as cheese.

2. Eat more fiber-rich vegetables and fruits. For example, during the first trimester, the baby needs a lot of protein, so the demand for foods such as starch, pasta, and beans, which are easy to produce gas and cause gastrointestinal discomfort, is relatively small and you don’t need to consume too much. In addition, you can get an appropriate amount of sugar and starch. Apples and pears are good sources. You can also get starch and protein from meat. Beef and fish are good choices.

3. Drink more boiled water. If too much feces accumulates in the large intestine and keeps piling up, the bloating will become more serious, so you must have enough water to promote defecation. Pregnant women are advised to drink warm water instead of cold water, as this can cause intestinal colic and uterine contractions. In addition, carbonated and stimulating drinks should be avoided, and soda, coffee, tea, etc. should be consumed less.

4. Massage more. When intestinal motility is not good, massage can help intestinal motility. Expectant mothers are reminded that the uterus is generally located in the center of the abdomen. Some mothers, not understanding the location of the stomach and intestines, will massage the uterus, which will cause uterine contraction. Therefore, if a pregnant woman experiences bleeding or uterine contractions, massage should be stopped immediately. The correct massage method is to lie down gently in a 45-degree semi-reclining position 1 hour after a meal. Do not massage too hard, about 4 to 6 times a day. Start from the upper right abdomen, move clockwise to the upper left abdomen, and then massage to the lower left abdomen. Remember not to massage the middle area where the uterus is located.

5. Take more walks. Taking a walk is also a good way to promote intestinal motility. Pregnant women who are healthy and normal and who are not at risk of premature birth can go outside for a walk for 20 to 30 minutes 30 minutes to 1 hour after a meal. If there is no suitable place for walking nearby, you can also walk back and forth at home, which can also achieve the effect of walking. Experts suggest that pregnant women are suitable for light exercise, so just walk slowly when taking a walk, which can also help with bowel movements and gas discharge.

The above five methods are used to treat the common and recurring abdominal bloating in early pregnancy. If pregnant mothers experience bloating symptoms in the early stages of pregnancy, they may wish to use these methods for treatment. However, pregnant mothers need to be reminded that if the bloating is mild, then it is normal. If the bloating is severe, then they should go to the hospital for treatment immediately.