Jimsgems is correct that Senna Tea will get things moving again, but I urge you (both of you) to use it sparingly. It is a laxative, same as Ex-Lax and your bowels will become dependent on it with overuse.
I hate to admit this, but as a recovering bulemic, I used to abuse laxatives. I'm not sure if this can be considered good advice or not, but I always made sure that if I was going to "cleanse", as I liked to think of it, it was no more than twice a week. And even at that I found that I had to use more and more after a while. I eventually went for about 4 months without using them at all. (Yay me!) Then I backslid again and took 4 Extra Strength Ex Lax, and nothing unsual happened. I should have been doubled over in the loo for hours and hours. Nope. Normal BM and a bit of an upset tummy. That's it. This tells me that my body has created a very strong resistance to these things.
You may be thinking that Senna is okay because it's natural, but guess what they put in Ex Lax these days? Senna.
So, please, please, please... be very careful. If you can't have psyllium, may I suggest a nice big bowl of brussel sprouts or cabbage??? Tempting, I know...
Well, that concludes the sermon for today!
Jimsgems, your weight loss is absolutely inspiring to me! Congratulations! May we all be as successful!
Cheers!
Dizzy D