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Pregnancy is a very important and pivotal phase in a woman’s life. There is huge mental and physical change that women go through. But, did you know that pregnancy can also cause constipation? When a women’s body undergoes a huge change, it causes a change it their digestion, metabolism and also bowel movement.
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Fluctuations in hormones can also cause constipation. A pregnant woman's body secretes more than normal level of progesterone.
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Increased calcium and iron supplements that can increase constipation risk
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When a woman gets pregnant their body absorbs water faster than normal and this can cause constipation. Doctors recommend them to stay hydrated all the time to avoid this.
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Pregnant women are less active and that is normal. But, one of its side effects is that it can cause constipation.
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When a woman becomes pregnant, their uterus expand to make space for the baby and this can also slow down bowel movement.
