how to lessen a Heartburn

Edda

Hey y'all. I'm having heartburn a lot of times. It is painful especially when I'm full or have just eaten.. What should I do to lessen the pain?? Thanks!

Dalinda

Hi Edda,

I'm also experiencing heartburn but was able to manage lessening it especially during my 3rd tri. Here's an info that helped me from webdmd.

"Prevention and Treatment of Heartburn During Pregnancy"

To reduce heartburn during pregnancy without hurting your baby, you should try the following:

Eat several small meals each day instead of three large ones.

Eat slowly.

Avoid fried, spicy, or rich foods, or any foods that seem to cause relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter and increase the risk of heartburn.

Drink less while eating. Drinking large amounts while eating may increase the risk of acid reflux and heartburn.

Don't lie down directly after eating.

Keep the head of your bed higher than the foot of your bed. Or place pillows under your shoulders to help prevent stomach acids from rising into your chest.

Ask your doctor about using over-the-counter medications such as Tums or Maalox, which are generally safe to use during pregnancy. You may find that liquid heartburn relievers are more effective in treating heartburn, because they coat the esophagus.

Wear loose-fitting clothing. Tight-fitting clothes can increase the pressure on your stomach and abdomen.

Avoid constipation.

If your heartburn persists, see your doctor. He or she may prescribe medications that are safe to take during pregnancy. Heartburn usually disappears following childbirth.

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Baha

Lemon juice works best for me whenever I experience heartburn.

Fabiola

Thanks for this! I also suffer from heartburn...

Adalira

I'm on my 2nd tri and starting to feel the symptoms of heartburn. Burping most of the time and a slight discomfort on my upper tummy but nothing serious as of yet. Thanks for sharing!

Edda

Thanks for the post Dalinda. But I'm having issues with # 6.
"Don't lie down directly after eating." How could I possibly achieve this? Haha!

Fanny

It's funny, I'm guilty of that too. Worse it I'm not even pregnant yet!

Cailyn

True... true... I just had a snack and was thinking of a quick nap... Bad idea :S

Halia

"Avoid fried, spicy, or rich foods, or any foods that seem to cause relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter and increase the risk of heartburn." -

Though I love spicy foods, I have to postpone eating some coz they cause me too much heartburn. This tip is so true then.

Edda

@ Halia - Yes, my practitioner also warned me about those spicy food. I can't believe I have to deprive myself of exotic cuisine.