heartburn (indigestion) is a burning feeling that starts in the stomach and seems to rise to the throat. it occurs during pregnancy because your digestive system works more slowly due to changing hormone levels. also your enlarged uterus can crowd your stomach pushing stomach acids upward. recommendations: eat several small meals each day instead of three large meals. eat slowly. drink warm liquids such as herbal tea. avoid fried spicy or rich foods or any foods that seem to give you indigestion. 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 prevent stomach acids from rising into your chest. don't mix fatty foods with sweets in one meal and try to separate liquids and solids at meals. try heartburn relievers such as tums maalox titralac mylanta riopan or gaviscon.
how can i manage heartburn or indigestion during pregnancy?