My heart beats like I've run a marathon just from walking to the kitchen, and being in my third trimester does not help! Your blood volume almost doubles, so your poor heart is just working overtime. Just sit down, put your feet up, and laugh it off unless it feels really scary!
Beta, during pregnancy, your body works twice as hard to support the little life inside, so the heart naturally beats faster. Try drinking a glass of coconut water and taking deep breaths when it happens. But if you feel dizzy or have chest pain, please call your doctor immediately.
I am in my second trimester and I feel my heart racing quite often, especially after climbing stairs or just sitting. It makes me a bit anxious, so I wanted to ask if anyone else is experiencing the exact same thing right now?
When I was staying with my parents, I complained about my fast heartbeat and my mother told me it's because our body has to pump extra blood for the baby. She made me sit down, drink warm water, and rest. It's usually normal, but do tell your doctor during your next visit.
Look, your body is producing about 50 percent more blood now, so your heart has to pump much faster to keep up. It's a completely normal pregnancy change, but don't ignore it if you feel dizzy or short of breath. Mention it to your doctor so they can check your pulse and hemoglobin levels.
