Stool Softeners in Pregnancy

Ask your GP to prescribe you something, then you know it’s 100% safe x

I was given Lactulose by my GP x

My GP gave lactulose and Laxido. X

I told my midwife I was taking Dulcoease but that I was worried about taking them all the time and she said not to worry, if it’s helping me to keep taking them 🤷🏻‍♀️ I’ve also been having a tablespoon of chia seeds in a glass of water, leave em in for 15 mins and chug it, that has helped. I’m sure you could make something nicer but it’s quick and easy for me :D

Have a look at the BUMPS website, it tells you what medication is safe in pregnancy

Thank you all so much!

Chia seeds and flax seeds are both good for this. I put a tablespoon of chia seeds to cook in with my porridge and then sprinkle flax seeds on top as well. You can use alongside whatever you get from the pharmacy x