I've been experiencing a lot of heartburn recently, and it's making me quite uncomfortable. I never had it before my pregnancy. Why does heartburn happen so frequently during pregnancy, and is it a common symptom?
This happens because progesterone slows down digestion and relaxes the valve. When I complained about this at my hospital, the nutritionist gave me a customized meal plan. Definitely ask your doctor for a safe antacid gel if it gets too uncomfortable.
Oh, that burning sensation is the worst! 🔥 It happens because the pregnancy hormones relax the stomach valve, so acid climbs up. Try eating smaller meals and don't lie down immediately after eating! 🥛
Yaar, heartburn was my daily story in the third trimester! Actually, the growing baby presses against your stomach, so the acid travels up. I used to keep small gaps between meals and stopped eating spicy food late at night.
Hormones relax the esophageal sphincter, allowing stomach acid to splash back up. It's totally physiological, so don't worry. Keep your head elevated with an extra pillow when sleeping and avoid heavy dinners.
