Parenting Newborns & Infants (0-1) Support Group
Feeding your infant and ensuring they are getting enough nutrition is one of the most important aspects of parenting during that first year. This community is dedicated to those who are nurturing a baby, whether breastfed or formula-fed.
I have a 2month old baby girl and ever since I had her I get hemrhoids really bad especially after a bowl movement .. does anyone know or have advice about how I can NOT get them so much.. they aren't so much as painful or large just annoying for the most part... any advice will help .. thanks :)
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I know it sounds weird that something over the counter would work, but Preparation H works great to shrink the tissue and stop the itching if that is a problem. Another good remedy is witch hazel. You can put it on a cotton pad and wipe on the area or even leave it there a while. Too prevent them or to get them to calm down after having a baby, here are some tips: Don't strain when have a BM, don't let yourself get constipated (drink lots of water, eat lots of fibrer, and take a stool softener - colace), don't sit for long periods unless you have a pillow with a cutout. Hope this helps. I had these things with all three of my babies! Hugs, Fern
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