Hi Sweetie! I'm sorry I missed your post yesterday. Anyway, I've been through 2 pregnancies with IBS D and don't worry, you'll be fine.
I know it's scary. When I went to my Doctor I was so terrified the babies weren't getting the nutrients they need. Did you know that the baby will take nutrients out of the Mother's body if they don't get them through what you eat? Don't worry - your baby is getting what it needs from you and the prenatal vitamins.
As for only rice, I would avoid that if possible. As Torbetta suggested, stick to the "mushy" cooked veggies, and add a little chicken or seafood. Limit oils, and if spicy stuff bothers you, go a bit bland.
Puree fruit and make a smoothie - banana, fresh fruit and a little soy/rice milk in the blender with ice. That's tons of nutrients you should be able to tolerate.
Here are another few suggestions:
Try to reduce the stress in your life. Relax as much as possible.
Drink TONS of peppermint tea. It can actually stop D attacks for me - it was my lifesaver while pregnant. I drank it through both pregnancies and it really helped lessen the amount of D as well.
Drink lots of water, and try walking or mild exercise after meals (even a 10 minute stroll is helpful).
Cook, peel , mash puree as much as possible.
If you have any more questions, be sure to ask. We're here to help.
Another reassuring thought - as the baby gets bigger in the next few weeks, it will put pressure on your digestive system thus slowing it down. The D attacks might clear up when that happens. I remember feeling AMAZING during the 2nd trimester because my IBS symptoms virtually vanished as the baby got bigger. Also, you're not big and bulky yet so it's a very enjoyable time - so enjoy it!
You may be able to eat things that you can't normally eat - I was able to - and it was a special treat.
Hugs, Han.
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Formerly HanSolo. IBS, OCD, Bipolar, PTSD times 3.
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