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pregnant and constipated/bloated

I'm 6 weeks pregnant and I'm very bloated and constipated. Is there any over the counter meds I can take while pregnant
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I'm 6 weeks this is my 3 pregnancy lost a baby at 18 weeks then one at 34 I'm very nervous and unsure how to feel I'm spotting should I be scaref
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First make sure your getting plenty of fluids (at least 72 oz), plenty of fiber rich foods (grains,  fruits, veggies,  and nuts), and try going for a walk to get things moving. Sometimes over the counter meds aren't necessary.
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You can take ducolax or milk of magnesium for the constipation
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