How to treat heartburn during pregnancy third trimester?

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Madhu Reddy · Answer

I understand how uncomfortable this is, but please be very careful about taking any over-the-counter antacids. Always ask your doctor before taking anything, just to keep your precious little one safe.

Ramya Taneja · Answer

Don't sit and suffer; just ask your gynac for a safe pregnancy antacid gel. Between work and sleepless nights, you need practical relief, not just home remedies.

Pallavi Thakur · Answer

Third trimester me heartburn to bohot bhayanak hota hai na. Just avoid heavy dinners and have thanda doodh. It worked like magic for me.

Madhavi Reddy · Answer

I am currently surviving on cold milk and prayers! The baby is literally pushing my stomach into my throat. Sleeping propped up on 3 pillows is my only saving grace right now.

Anushka Limaye · Answer

This is due to the baby growing and pressing up. Try elevating the head of your bed slightly and avoid eating spicy or deep-fried foods completely for a few weeks.

Laveena Senapati · Answer

I have heard from my sisters that keeping dinner light and eating early really helps during the third trimester. I hope you get some comfort soon.

Chandan Deshmukh · Answer

Oh no, does heartburn get even worse in the third trimester? I already have it sometimes now in my second. Are there any safe home tips you guys suggest?

Darshana Rathore · Answer

I totally understand how exhausting it is when you can't even sleep peacefully because of that burning throat. Try to have small, gentle meals and remember your beautiful baby will be in your arms soon.

Jagruthi Kamath · Answer

Drinking coconut water in the afternoon helped me a lot with third-trimester heartburn.

Hema Upadhyay · Answer

I tracked my symptoms on an app and realized sleeping on my left side and keeping a gap of 2 hours between dinner and bedtime reduced heartburn by 50%. Try this out!