Drink a large glass of water
Try warm water or warm tea
Walk for 10 to 15 minutes
Sit on the toilet after a meal
Use a footstool to raise your knees
Eat prunes or drink prune juice
Try a fiber supplement with plenty of water
Have coffee if it usually helps you
Gently massage your abdomen
Avoid delaying the urge to go
Use an over-the-counter stool softener
Use an over-the-counter osmotic laxative
Use an over-the-counter glycerin suppository
Seek medical care if you have severe pain, vomiting, blood in stool, or no bowel movement for several days