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IBS and Pregnancy – Dietitian Advice

by Kirsten Jackson Consultant Dietitian BSc Hons, RD, PG Cert Leave a Comment

Many women may feel a sense of concern when thinking about how they will manage their IBS and pregnancy. However, the advice for IBS and pregnancy does not differ hugely to the standard advice given for common symptoms during pregnancy.

This article will clarify the main questions about IBS and pregnancy through the management of various common pregnancy symptoms. These include constipation, morning sickness, haemorrhoids and iron deficiency anaemia.

pregnancy and IBS

How does IBS change during pregnancy? 

You will be sad to know that we have no specific research looking at IBS and pregnancy.

What we do know is that in pregnancy, you may experience a range of common digestive issues including;(1)

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Heartburn
  • Constipation
  • Loose stools
  • Abdominal pain and discomfort.

All of these digestive symptoms are also often experienced in those with IBS. Theoretically, these symptoms may then get worse when you add pregnancy to the mix. But there is currently insufficient research to confirm this. 

Another element we see in practise is stress. For many women, pregnancy and childbirth can be quite daunting. We know that stress can impact IBS negatively via the gut-brain axis (1).

How do pregnancy hormones impact IBS?

As already mentioned, there is no direct research looking at IBS and pregnancy. But we do know that progesterone and oestrogen hormones impact IBS (2).  These hormones fluctuate during pregnancy.

Oestrogen in pregnancy and IBS

Oestrogen is produced early in pregnancy to help support the baby until the placenta takes over.

This hormone oestrogen has been shown to play a role in the gut-brain axis and increased levels have been associated with the worsening of  IBS symptoms. 

Symptoms include:  visceral hypersensitivity i.e. an increase in the sensation of pain resulting in abdominal pain and discomfort (3). 

High levels of oestrogen have also been shown to increase gut motility and intestinal permeability. This can result in diarrhoea or loose stools (3).

Progesterone in pregnancy and IBS

The production of the hormone progesterone is increased during pregnancy which is important for the healthy development of the baby. 

Progesterone along with oestrogen has been shown to produce a prolonged gut transit time resulting in constipation (4).

How to manage constipation when pregnant

Constipation is a very common symptom in both IBS and pregnancy. The good news is that managing constipation with IBS and pregnancy is not any different to managing constipation with pregnancy alone.

Causes of constipation during pregnancy; (5)

  • Increased progesterone
  • A reduction in movement and physical activity
  • Changes to your diet including a lack of fibre or fluid (this can often be due to nausea).
  • Taking iron and calcium supplements

Management of constipation in pregnancy

Taking the following steps can help manage your constipation when pregnant with IBS.

  1. Drinking adequate amounts of fluid
  2. Eating a high fibre diet
  3. Moving daily (please check what is appropriate with your doctor).
  4. fibre, fluid and daily movement can help to prevent or alleviate constipation with IBS and pregnancy. 

We have written this more comprehensive guide on constipation which you may wish to read.

TIP: Keeping a food log to see what foods trigger your IBS symptoms during pregnancy can also be helpful to know which ones to avoid!

Medications for constipation for IBS and pregnancy 

There are many over the counter constipation medications available. BUT rarely have they been researched for safety in pregnancy. So, be safe and consult with your doctor first.

How to manage morning sickness

Nausea and vomiting are not symptoms of IBS but commonly occur in the first trimester of pregnancy (6).

As with anyone who is pregnant and experiencing morning sickness, the symptoms should ease throughout your pregnancy. If you are really struggling, there are some dietary and lifestyle changes that could help to ease your symptoms. 

Dietary and Lifestyle changes for morning sickness (7)

  • Get plenty of rest as tiredness can make nausea worse
  • Avoid the foods or smells that make you feel sick
  • Eat dry toast or a plain biscuit before getting out of bed
  • Eat small, frequent meals of plain foods that are high in carbohydrate and low in fat and IBS appropriate for example, wheat free bread, crackers etc.
  • Eating cold foods instead of hot ones if the smell of hot meals makes you feel sick.
  • Stay hydrated – sipping little and often to help prevent vomiting
  • Eating and drinking little and often which can also help to prevent dehydration

If you are suffering from severe and frequent vomiting and feeling dehydrated, please seek prompt medical advice. 

How to manage haemorrhoids when pregnant

Haemorrhoids, also known as ‘piles’ can occur in pregnancy due to hormones making your veins relax. Typical symptoms include itching, aching, soreness or swelling around the anus (8).

Below are the various ways of dietary, lifestyle and pharmacological management tools for haemorrhoids when pregnant. 

Dietary and Lifestyle Management (9)

  • Avoid constipation (see section above)
  • Avoid standing for long periods
  • Engage in regular movement and exercise (based on what your doctor has advised is safe).

Pharmacological management (9)

Certain medications can help to soothe and alleviate the inflammation caused by haemorrhoids but they do not treat the cause of haemorrhoids. 

Ask your GP or pharmacist for advice on suitable medications for haemorrhoids with pregnancy and IBS.

How to manage iron deficiency when pregnant 

Iron deficiency can occur in pregnancy due to poor dietary intake and increased requirements.

If you become deficient in iron then your doctor will prescribe a supplement. Sadly, these usually cause digestive problems such as nausea, flatulence, abdominal pain, diarrhoea black/tar-like stools and in particular constipation! (9)(10).

To alleviate the symptoms related to iron supplements, try to follow our advice on constipation above.

Prevention of iron deficiency in pregnancy (11, 12)

High dose iron supplements required to treat anaemia can cause constipation. So, it is important to avoid anaemia by including iron sources in your diet.

Below are some haem and non-haem iron rich foods that you incorporate into your  diet;

  • Haem iron include red meat, pulses, dried fruits and fortified foods such as breakfast cereals. Animal sources of iron including red meat tend to be a more highly absorbable form of iron known as haem iron. 
  • Non-haem iron – Plant foods including green leafy vegetables, legumes and beans tend to be a less absorbable form of iron known as non-haem iron. This is why combining vitamin C with non-haem sources of iron from plants can help boost its absorption. For example, a glass of fruit juice with a meal. Also, consuming higher quantities of plant sources of non-haem iron can also help to boost its absorption. 
  • Phytates and oxalates are compounds found in tea and calcium rich foods including dairy which can impact the absorption of iron. This is why it is best to avoid these foods and drinks with iron-rich meals. For example, drinking milk with meals.

Can you do the low FODMAP diet whilst pregnant?

The simple answer is no. This is due to the restrictive nature of the diet, meaning that you may restrict nutritional deficiencies. This could potentially impact your baby.

Summary

Overall, many of the common digestive symptoms experienced throughout your pregnancy are also experienced with IBS. This could explain why symptoms of IBS in pregnancy can appear worse. 

Although there is a limited amount of evidence around the management of IBS and pregnancy, with support from a registered dietitian and your doctor, there are a range of dietary, lifestyle and in some cases pharmacological approaches to help alleviate these digestive symptoms.

Emily Stynes BSc. in Human Nutrition and reviewed by Kirsten Jackson

Filed Under: Treatments, Testing and Diagnosis Tagged With: pregnancy and IBS

About Kirsten Jackson Consultant Dietitian BSc Hons, RD, PG Cert

Kirsten Jackson is a UK registered Consultant Gastroenterology Dietitian and founder of The Food Treatment Clinic. She has undergone many qualifications to get where she is today, including a UK BSc Honours Degree in Dietetics and Post-Graduate Certificate in Advanced Dietetics. In addition to this, she has FODMAP Training from Kings College London University. Kirsten set up The Food Treatment Clinic in 2015 after first experiencing digestive problems herself. She felt that the NHS was unable to provide the support individuals needed and went on to specialise in this area before opening a bespoke IBS service. Kirsten also participates in charity work as an Expert Advisor for the IBS Network. In addition, she can be seen in publications such as Cosmopolitan and The Telegraph discussing IBS as an Official Media Spokesperson to the IBS Network.

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😭 When you have IBS, why does everyone seem to want to voice their opinion? These unhelpful comments can leave you feeling even more alone than you already do.​​​​​​​​
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🤝 Instead of suffering this burden alone try to incorporate the Take Control principle of finding a group of other people just like you who you can talk to about the condition. This will help you be more at ease with your condition as you are supported. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀​​​​​​​​
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🎉 Fed up of trying everything you can but nothing seems to be working? Download my FREE top 10 IBS mistakes! Link in bio.

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😫HAVE YOU EVER CUT OUT GLUTEN FOR YOUR IBS? ⠀ 😫HAVE YOU EVER CUT OUT GLUTEN FOR YOUR IBS? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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😞Gluten is NOT the baddy! One of the first things many people do to help their IBS is to cut gluten out of their diet - but this isn’t necessary and can make your life all the more harder. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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🤔So why do people find that gluten alleviates their symptoms? Fructans, which are FODMAPs are often found in food that contain gluten and these can cause symptoms. Good gut health is NOT about exclusion it is about inclusion. Implement the Take Control Method and aim for as varied and as unrestrictive diet as possible 🙏🏻. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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👉A note on coeliac disease - please make sure you visit your GP to get an accurate diagnosis of IBS to rule out anything else ( do not just assume it is IBS!).⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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🎉 🎉 Fed up of trying everything you can but nothing seems to be working? Download my FREE top 10 IBS mistakes! Link in bio.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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WHAT ELSE WOULD YOU ADD? ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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😵‍💫 I will say it time and time again, IBS is NOT JUST a dodgy tummy. It is poor mental health, it is poor body image, it is an awful relationship with food 😔 . Mental health can play such a huge role in IBS. It can feel like a viscous circle of anxiety. We have anxiety about eating food/getting symptoms and then this anxiety itself leads to symptoms…​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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🤩 But what if we could take control of this anxiety? Putting your mental health as a priority, in your IBS management, like in the Take Control Method, can make all the difference. Why not try using a food and mood diary to see if your mood directly impacts your symptoms?​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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🎉 🎉 Fed up of trying everything you can but nothing seems to be working? Download my FREE top 10 IBS mistakes! Link in bio.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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How do you self-soothe? 🥰​​​​​​​​
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😢In IBS we can take so much time focusing on our pain and daily struggles that we don’t take the time out to actually care for ourselves.Instead we feel stressed and defeated and feel like just giving up. ​​​​​​​​
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🤔Instead of focusing on your pain, adopt the Take Control Method by prioritising you and your mental health and well-being. Why not try one of the above self-soothe suggestions this week?​​​​​​​​
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🎉 🎉 Fed up of trying everything you can but nothing seems to be working? Download my FREE top 10 IBS mistakes! Link in bio.⠀⠀⠀⠀​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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😭 Can you relate? Comment below 👇 ​​​​​​​​
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😢 Having IBS can really take a toll on your mental health. In turn your IBS can cause anxiety and your anxiety can then cause IBS symptoms leading to a viscous cycle. Your fears are REAL and they are VALID and they can be really debilitating! IBS can impact so many aspects of your life big and small! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🤔 But what if you no longer had to deal with any of these fears and could get your symptoms under control! Instead of continuing with these behaviours adopt the take control method of social support and open up about your IBS to someone!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🎉 Fed up of trying everything you can but nothing seems to be working? Download my FREE top 10 IBS mistakes! Link in bio. 
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🤔 WHICH ONES DID YOU KNOW? Comment below 👇 ​​​​​​​​
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😞 IBS is a very complex disorder to navigate by yourself. It’s more than just altering your diet, a lot of factors are at play with your IBS. Trying to work out what triggers your IBS is an absolute mind field.​​​​​​​​
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Adopting the Take Control Method, where the 4 pillars of IBS relief are all addressed (diet, movement, mental health and sleep), has helped so many of my clients to achieve that ultimate symptom relief because it considers EVERYTHING, not just what you out in your mouth.​​​​​​​​
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🎉 🎉 Fed up of trying everything you can but nothing seems to be working? Download my FREE top 10 IBS mistakes! Link in bio.​​​​​​​​
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#ibsdiet #guthealth #ibsfood #guthealth #lowfodmapdiet #guthealthy #guthealing #guthealthdiet #guthealthiskey #bloating #gutmicrobes #gutscience #healthylife #lowfodmapdiet #bloating #irritablebowelsyndrome #fodmapfree  #gutinstinct #healthygut #ibsd #ibd #tea #5steps #chronichealth #multifactorial. #chronicallyunwell #endo #ibstype #ibstyping #ibsc
What is your positive? 😊 😥It can be really What is your positive? 😊 

😥It can be really easy to focus on the negatives of IBS as it is so debilitating. You plan your life around your IBS and you understandably feel resentful for that. 

💪🏼But living with IBS actually makes us a stronger and more empathetic person 💪🏼. I want to challenge you today to focus on a positive of IBS. Having a positive mindset is something we encourage in the Take Control Programme to support your mental health ❤️

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