constipation

Any other suggestions on how to relieve this constipation other than Miralax? I'm trying my best not to bear down.

I take magnisium vitamins everyday. And it keep me regular.
Julie

 Guess I'd should mention that I am 8 days out form my sleeve.

I've been taking it since I was 5 days out from surgery the pills are really small.
Julie

I had the same problem at about the same stage.  I took milk of magnesia and it took care of things.  People here recommended Fiber Gummies and Smooth Move tea, though until I got onto a regular diet at 6 weeks, I still had problems a good deal of the time.  Now, I take 2 Fiber Gummies in the morning and at night, and, along with some added fiber in my diet, it seem sto do the trick the majority of the time.  Benefiber was also recommended, but I never tried it.  A suggestion is to get yourself "unplugged" with MOM, and then try the Fiber Gummies, and Smooth Move tea if needed.  Others' suggestion of a magnesium supplement sounds like a good idea as an alternative, as well.  Hang in there - it does get better.

Yes--Milk of Magnesia is a Godsend and just one Tbsp before bed will do you. Also, as you are further out, you can try adding Benefiber to your water (don't overdo it). There are just going to be so constipated/odd moments because your body is in major shock and will go through multiple adjustments.

Best of luck to you,

Thank u everyone!

This post is very apropo for me right now.  I am in my 3rd week and am experiencing constipation too.  I am only allowed cottage cheese and beans and protein powder.  No veggies or fruit in any form!  I took MOM before my surgery and it gave me a headache.  I thin\k the problem won't go away until we can have fruit and veggies.  For me that will be 8 weeks.  Good luck with MOM I think I will try the benefiber and fiber gummies when I am able.  My magnesium tablets are quite large.  I will have to look for smaller ones.
Thanks for the informative and timely topic.  I never expected to have to take a fiber supplement always.