What to do if a breastfeeding mother has constipation? 10-day network hotspot analysis and solutions
Constipation during breastfeeding is a common problem faced by many new mothers. Recently (in the past 10 days), among the hot topics on the Internet, discussions about postpartum health, breastfeeding diet and methods to relieve constipation have remained hot. This article combines the latest hot data to provide scientific and practical solutions for breastfeeding mothers.
1. Data statistics on hot topics across the Internet in the past 10 days

| Ranking | Topic keywords | Number of discussions (10,000) | Main platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | postpartum constipation | 28.5 | Xiaohongshu/Zhihu |
| 2 | lactation diet | 22.1 | Douyin/Weibo |
| 3 | Probiotic selection | 18.7 | E-commerce platform |
| 4 | Postpartum exercise recovery | 15.3 | Station B/Keep |
2. Three main causes of constipation during breastfeeding
1.Hormone changes: Decreased progesterone levels after childbirth lead to slower intestinal peristalsis
2.Changes in diet: Increased high-protein diet and insufficient dietary fiber intake during lactation
3.reduced physical activity: Taking care of a newborn leads to a sharp decrease in physical activity
3. The 5 most popular solutions in the past 10 days
| method | Recommendation index | Effective time | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon fruit + yogurt | ★★★★★ | 6-12 hours | Better refrigeration |
| abdominal massage | ★★★★☆ | instant relief | clockwise |
| prune juice | ★★★★☆ | 4-8 hours | Choose no addition |
| Kegel exercises | ★★★☆☆ | 3-5 days | Requires continuous practice |
| linseed oil | ★★★☆☆ | 1-2 days | Eat at low temperature |
4. Diet structure adjustment plan recommended by experts
1.Must eat every day: Oatmeal, chia seeds, green leafy vegetables, banana
2.Appropriate supplement: Nuts, whole wheat bread, soy products
3.avoid food: Refined rice noodles, fried foods, excessive red meat
5. 24-hour drinking water schedule
| time period | water intake | Recommended drinks |
|---|---|---|
| Get up in the morning | 300ml | warm honey water |
| 9-11 o'clock | 500ml | tangerine peel water |
| Afternoon | 400ml | Red dates and wolfberry tea |
| evening | 300ml | papaya milk |
6. Special precautions
1. Be careful when taking medication during lactation and avoid using irritating laxatives
2. If constipation persists for more than 1 week, seek medical examination promptly.
3. Establish regular bowel habits, preferably in the morning
4. Keep a happy mood, stress will aggravate constipation symptoms
Recent hot discussions show that 85% of breastfeeding mothers can improve their constipation within 2 weeks through dietary adjustments and moderate exercise. It is recommended that mothers record their daily diet and bowel movements to find the conditioning plan that best suits them. If there is still no improvement after trying multiple methods, it is recommended to consult a professional physician or nutritionist to develop a personalized plan.
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