Drink a glass of water
Try a warm beverage like coffee or tea
Eat fiber-rich foods like prunes, pears, oats, or vegetables
Take a short walk or do light exercise
Sit on the toilet after a meal and give yourself time
Use a footstool to raise your knees while sitting
Gently massage your abdomen
Avoid holding in the urge to go
Try a natural laxative like prune juice
Use an over-the-counter stool softener or laxative only as directed
Seek medical advice if constipation is severe, persistent, or painful