Pregnant women should not have any Colon Hydrotherapy sessions while they are pregnant. This is because the process can stimulate premature uterine contractions. This can sometimes lead to giving birth to the child before it has developed enough to survive in the outside of the womb.

During pregnancy, many women experience bowel problems, such as constipation and might, therefore, desire colonic irrigation more to relieve such issues. However, even though some clinics may offer colonic irrigation to expectant mothers, it should be avoided at all costs. To relieve the problems in a safer way, you should consult a health care professional, such as a nurse or your GP, who may be able to recommended a better course of action. This may include taking fiber supplements or constipation relief medication that is proven to be safe for both the mother and the unborn child.

Colon Hydrotherapy after childbirth

If you had a normal childbirth (as opposed to a caesarean/C-section or a birth with complications), you are able to undergo colon hydrotherapy sessions between 10-12 weeks later. The decision at this point is up to you if you feel that your body has recovered enough from the birth to undergo  the colon hydrotherapy session . You should take into account if your stitches have healed and if you are not totally sure, seek advise from you GP or a nurse.

Colonic irrigation when nursing

You are able to have colon hydrotherapy session while you are nursing, so long as it is after 10-12 weeks  after

giving birth.