Why do I keep farting during late pregnancy?

When the expectant mother's pregnancy reaches the middle and late stages, the fetus continues to grow and the uterus and stomach are compressed, which will cause the expectant mother to have some gastrointestinal problems. Farting in the late pregnancy is a common situation. This situation may also occur in the early pregnancy. It is caused by progesterone in the body. So, what is the reason for frequent farting in late pregnancy?

First, why do you fart frequently in the late stages of pregnancy? In the middle and late stages of pregnancy, as the fetus continues to grow, the uterus continues to expand, pressing on the intestines, making it difficult for the intestines to move, which results in bloating. After bloating, the body needs to expel gas, which is commonly known as "farting". In addition, in the early stages of pregnancy, the side effects of progesterone in the pregnant mother's body can also cause bloating. These are unavoidable and normal physiological phenomena that every pregnant mother will experience. We can only pay more attention to our eating habits and try to reduce the number of times we pass gas.

Second, eat small and frequent meals: To avoid bloating, pregnant mothers can eat 5 to 6 meals a day. Eating less undigested food reduces the workload on the stomach. It is recommended to eat less potatoes. Eating too many potatoes will not only cause bloating but also stomach pain. Eat more fruits and vegetables: Fresh fruits and vegetables are easy to digest. Foods such as beans, pasta, and starch are easy to produce gas and can easily cause gastrointestinal discomfort. It is recommended to eat less. Drink more water: There must be enough water in the large intestine to promote bowel movements and relieve bloating. It is recommended that pregnant mothers drink more warm water, not cold water, and avoid carbonated and stimulating drinks.

Why do you fart frequently in the late stages of pregnancy? Massage more: If necessary, you can gently massage your belly to make your intestines move, promote bowel movements, and relieve flatulence. But pregnant mothers should be careful not to rub the uterus accidentally, as external friction may cause uterine contraction and even bleeding in severe cases. Move around more: Walk around outdoors more often when you have time, and reduce the time you sit and sleep during the day. It can increase intestinal motility and promote defecation and gas discharge. It is recommended to go out when the weather is good, as it is easy to fall on rainy days. Farts can be seen in various causes of indigestion, gastritis, peptic ulcer and other stomach diseases, liver, gallbladder, pancreas diseases, etc. In addition, excessive farts may also be caused by consuming too much starch and protein, or eating too fast, and habitually swallowing too much, often swallowing saliva, and taking in too much air. These are not pathological and do not require treatment.