 [ Symptoms ] i am pregnant and have terrible heartburn is there anything i can do to get relief [ Disease ] here are some ways you can reduce your heartburn during pregnancy 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 increase your heartburn do not lie down immediately after eating keep the head of your bed higher than the foot of your bed ask your doctor about trying over the counter heartburn relievers such as tums or maalox if your heartburn persists see your doctor he or she may prescribe medications that are safe to take during pregnancy