1. High levels of progesterone relaxes
the muscles, impedes digestion and this causes the stomach
acids to flow up into the throat and sometimes into
the mouth. The valve at the top of your stomach is not
effectively closed.
2. Your growing uterus compounds matters
by squeezing your stomach upwards
There are things you can do about heartburn during pregnancy..
• Eat several small portions a day instead of
three square meals in large sizes
• Avoid spice, fizz, fried or fatty foods, rich
foods, mint foods, processed foods and anything that
is laden with additives and preservatives.
• Cut down on caffeine
• Try ginger or mint tea; sip cold water or milk
• Chew your food slowly and properly; sit upright
while eating or drinking to aid in digestion
• Try not to gain too much of weight
• Try foods that help neutralize your stomach
acids such as milk or yoghurt or acidophilus drinks
• Give yourself 2-3 hours break before lying down.
• Try elevating your head with some pillows instead
of lying flat on your bed or couch
• Bend from your knees and not the waist when
you pick things up
• Wear clothes and sleepwear that is not restrictive
around the waist
• If none of these work, ask your doctor for a
suitable antacid that are safe during pregnancy |
