The acidity and burning has become so bad in my third trimester, i can barely lie down after eating. I already had mild gerd before but pregnancy made it worse. Does it settle back to normal once baby is born?
Oh that burning was the worst in my third trimester, I feel you. After delivery it faded pretty quickly for me, such a relief. Hang in there, it usually doesn't stick around once baby arrives.
Pregnancy reflux mostly settles after delivery because the hormones and the bump pressure go away. Mine did, both times. If it lingers a lot after delivery, then mention it to your doctor as it could be separate.
For me the acid reflux really eased once baby was out and there was no pressure on my stomach anymore. It got much better within a few weeks postpartum. Everyone heals at their own pace though, so give it a little time.
My doctor said pregnancy related GERD usually improves after birth since the main causes are hormones and the growing uterus pressing up. For most women it resolves. If you already had GERD before pregnancy, that part may need ongoing care.
