Drink a large glass of water
Walk for 10 to 15 minutes
Try warm coffee or tea
Eat prunes or drink prune juice
Eat high-fiber foods like oats, pears, apples, or beans
Take psyllium fiber with plenty of water
Use an over-the-counter osmotic laxative like polyethylene glycol
Use a stimulant laxative like senna or bisacodyl for short-term relief
Try a glycerin suppository
Use a saline enema if needed
Sit on the toilet after meals
Put your feet on a small stool while sitting on the toilet
Avoid delaying the urge to go
Seek medical care if constipation is severe, persistent, or with pain, vomiting, blood, or bloating