Post my C-section, my digestion took a hit, but even during pregnancy, indigestion was terrible. I used to have lukewarm water and very small meals. Eating a small portion of fennel seeds (saunf) after food helped me a lot without putting pressure on my stomach.
It is very common to feel bloated and uncomfortable now. Try having a cup of warm ginger water or just buttermilk with a pinch of roasted cumin after lunch, it is very soothing.
After our long IVF journey, I was terrified of taking any extra medicine, even for acidity. I relied on naturally cooling things like fresh cold milk (just a few sips) and eating small meals every two hours. Please ask your doctor if they can suggest a safe gel if it gets too painful.
Ghar pe roasted jeera and black salt with warm water is very good for gas. Try to avoid too much oil and spice in your food, and drink fresh coconut water daily in the morning.
My doctor explained that progesterone relaxes the stomach valve, causing acid to splash up. She advised against drinking too much water during meals as it dilutes stomach acids, and suggested eating smaller, more frequent portions instead of three big meals.
I found that sitting idle after meals made it worse. My doctor allowed me to do a gentle 15-minute slow walk post-dinner, and it worked wonders for my digestion. Always check with your gynac first before starting any post-meal walks, though.
Look, stop eating heavy, spicy food late at night and sleeping immediately. Keep a gap of 2 hours between dinner and bedtime, and prop your pillows up. This simple change will solve half your acidity problems.
