Feel free to skip this, because diarrhea is one of those things you probably used to know. For the lucky few unfamiliar with diarrhea, it is defined as loose, watery and frequent bowel movements. While diarrhea is certainly an inconvenience, it can be a sign that your digestive system is functioning smoothly during pregnancy, so you shouldn't worry unless your stools are bloody, mucus-free, or completely liquid.

What is the reason of this?

While diarrhea can be the result of factors such as food poisoning or the flu, it's usually a result of your changed lifestyle during pregnancy. Eating higher quality foods rich in fiber, lack of drinking water or components in your prenatal vitamins may be the culprit behind diarrhea. While more than half of all expectant mothers will experience diarrhea at some point in their pregnancy, its occurrence is much less common than constipation, which is the other end of the bowel movement spectrum.

Tips

The BRAT diet, consisting of bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast, was recommended to help treat diarrhea as it eases the digestive system, but is currently not widely used and is lacking in some nutritional areas. Vegetables, lean meats, and yogurt are other foods that can help with your diarrhea. Avoid fatty and fried foods and soda as these can aggravate your diarrhea. If you're losing weight, have a fever, or have diarrhea lasting more than 2-3 days, it's best to call your healthcare provider. You should also tell your doctor if you are vomiting.