Drink a large glass of water
Drink warm water or warm tea
Walk for 10 to 20 minutes
Try a footstool while sitting on the toilet
Do not strain hard
Eat prunes or drink prune juice
Eat high-fiber foods if available
Try an over-the-counter osmotic laxative
Try an over-the-counter stimulant laxative
Use a glycerin suppository
Use a saline enema if needed
Massage your abdomen gently
Avoid more constipating foods for now
Seek urgent medical care if you have severe pain, vomiting, a swollen abdomen, blood in stool, or cannot pass gas