Bloating in the first trimester

Firstly, congratulations ❤️

Secondly, I had terrible bloating throughout my pregnancy. It was such an uncomfortable feeling. Pair that with the dull crampiness of your uterus stretching, and the exhaustion of growing a baby. I was in for a real fun time and wasn’t in the mood for anything 😭

Some things I did to try to help were:

Reduce fizzy
/carbonated beverages and stick to water, or room temp lemon water (lots of it throughout the day)

Avoid eating gas triggering foods like broccoli, beans or sprouts

Increased fibre filled foods to help regular bowel movements

I was quite gassy throughout my pregnancy, but it’s super important not to hold anything in (💧💩💨) 😂 as
that might also make things worse

Rest and out your feet up where possible. This is easier said then done 😭

Just know it is super common, and if you’re at all concerned with the feelings and changes in the bloating, definitely speak to your care provider at your next antenatal visit.

Take care momma ❤️

I am still bloated, but it’s not painful anymore. I have been taking gas x; lifesaver. Even with this, I’m bloated. I talked to my doctor about it, she said that there was nothing else I could really do. I’m eating small meals, eat fiber, and stay away from certain foods. Nothing helped the bloat. I heard exercise helps, but vomiting prevented me from it. But I’m happy it’s at least not painful anymore.

I used a bit of active charcoal to help bloating BUT ( big but...) It can constipate... Sooo it's useful but needs to be used with care. I wasn't able to eat veggies during my first trimester because of sickness and it was a toilet nightmare...

I was bloated in the beginning as well it gets better, just wear lose clothing for now

I’d say get some maternity leggings now— it makes such a difference not having pressure on a bloated stomach. You’ll be able to put them away again for a bit once it passes, but it make things SO much more comfortable for me!

Yess bloating happens in the first trimester. I actually took a pregnancy test because in a few days I noticed I couldn’t button my jeans. lol

I bought the pregnancy leggings and it feels sooooo good that nothing is pushing my belly 🥰🥰🥰

I’m 4+1 and right there with you 😩…I used tums with gas relief. That helped the pain, but didn’t really stop the bloat.