Drink a large glass of water
Try warm coffee or warm tea
Take a short walk
Sit on the toilet after a meal
Use a footstool to raise your knees
Relax your belly and breathe slowly
Do not strain hard
Try a gentle abdominal massage
Eat prunes or prune juice
Try a fiber supplement with plenty of water
Use an over-the-counter stool softener if appropriate
Use an over-the-counter glycerin suppository if needed
Use an over-the-counter saline laxative if needed
Avoid using laxatives too often
Seek urgent medical help if you have severe pain, vomiting, a swollen belly, blood in stool, or no bowel movement for several days