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Help! The bloating is so painful!

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Franykins · 10/04/2013 16:01

If anyone can help suggest how to stop the bloating, or at least relieve it I'm all ears! I'm only 6+2 and I look like I've put all my 2 stone weight loss back on. I'm so uncomfortable. Please help Sad

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PistachioTruffle · 10/04/2013 16:25

I don't know, but I'm interested in finding out! So bloated today I can't button my jeans without feeling like I'm being squeezed Sad

Franykins · 10/04/2013 16:36

that's how I feel. I've already had to stop wearing my jeans and today even leggings feel tight! I've read loads online and apparently its normal, but god it is uncomfortable Sad

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plannedshock · 10/04/2013 17:19

Peppermint is usually good for digestion and bloating, schwepps do a peppermint cordial in tescos for £1.99 I think it is, it's what I've used after c-section to relieve wind and reduce boating

LadyMedea · 10/04/2013 17:28

Peppermint is good.

I was gutted when my doctor said I couldn't take Colpermin (peppermint oil tablets) as its the best thing for bloating. I'm going to do some research as I think it was a general 'best not to take anything'.

Other tips - go for a wander... you'll probably leave a toxic trail.

If alone/at home get yourself on your knees with your head on the ground and your bum in the air.

Abdominal massage can also help

Reebok · 10/04/2013 18:28

Sorry ladies, wish I had some advice but unfortunately it only gets worse from here on. I'm 25 weeks and feel like the size of a house...baby is taking up too much room.. So bloated so I feel your pain!

craftycottontail · 10/04/2013 18:35

The two times I felt most bloated were 6-8 weeks and now! (34 weeks)

I got through the early weeks by drinking loads of hot water with fresh lemon (add a slice and squeeze a load of juice into the water), and loads of kiwi fruit. Both are supposed to be good for bloating and it did help. Have a bath too, helps to relax.

Now I just feel streeeeetched!

HavingALittleFaithBaby · 10/04/2013 19:21

Daily probiotics! I can't recommend them highly enough.

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