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10 ways to beat pregnancy heartburn
By Daniella Delaney on 11/07/2011 14:24:35
Along with piles, morning sickness and swollen ankles, pregnancy indigestion is one of those tedious discomforts some women have to deal with when they're expecting. But there are ways to keep it at bay
The first step towards lessening any heartburn you suffer during pregnancy is to adjust your eating habits to compensate for your smaller, restricted stomach and the weaker top stomach valve. Then you need to look at how much you eat, cut out any bad habits and even examine your ...
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Dealing with pregnancy heartburn
By Maria Muennich on 29/03/2011 06:42:24
Heartburn gives an unpleasant digestive soreness that's common common, particularly in the second half of pregnancy - here's how you can lessen the irritation
What is heartburn?Heartburn, reflux or acid indigestion is an unpleasant burning sensation in the chest area caused by stomach acid escaping into the throat, causing irritation and inflammation in the throat lining. At times the gastric juices may
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Pregnancy discomforts
By ThinkBaby on 11/11/2009 01:43:44
Tips and tricks in dealing with common pregnancy discomforts
pregnancy complaints and look at how discomforts may be eased.Common complaintsSkin changes Haemorrhoids / piles Heartburn / acid indigestion 'Morning' sickness Sleeping problems Wind & bloating Fainting Stuffy and blocked noseMedicines and treatments
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Fetal development: Week 6
By ThinkBaby on 30/05/2005 11:08:26
The limb buds appear
progesterone levels can affect your digestion and while most women expect bouts of morning sickness, you might not be prepared for the likely indigestion, constipation or wind that may already have started. Peppermint tea can often help settle a stomach
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35 weeks pregnant - five weeks till you're a mum
By Maria Muennich on 09/09/2008 11:45:54
You're 35 weeks in and you've got only 35 days to go until you reach your due date
-eclampsia.As the space for your stomach shrinks and you're more prone to acid indigestion (heartburn) and other digestive discomforts, it can become more of a challenge to eat well. This is compounded by the fact that as you tire more easily you'll be more likely
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Know-how: Pregnancy Hormones
By Debra Stottor on 08/04/2009 01:39:17
And at-a-glance guide to the various hormones affecting your body through pregnancy
to many of pregnancy’s less desirable side effects, eg indigestion, heartburn, and constipation. This hormone combo will also soften cartilage, contributing to aching hips and pubic bone towards the end of pregnancy. Progesterone is also a contributor
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Any day now
By ThinkBaby on 23/10/2009 01:25:46
What you should know about the final weeks of pregnancy
pressure you were feeling on your ribs may lessen, and you may have welcome relief from indigestion and heartburn too. However, the baby's new position will mean that his or her weight will fall more on your pelvis, which may be uncomfortable and increase
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Pregnancy month-by-month: Third Trimester
By Maria Muennich on 29/03/2009 01:58:16
What you can expect and what you need to prepare for over these months
pregnancy-related indigestion and wind in the first trimester and don't be surprised if these twin discomforts, as well as heartburn, make a return now as your womb squashes up your digestive tract. You can make life easier on your body by eating smaller
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ThinkBaby glossary
By ThinkBaby on 19/08/2005 09:35:59
Commonly used terms and abbreviations on the site and what they mean
abortion is otherwise known as miscarriage.Acid indigestion – See heartburn.AF – Aunt Flo, or your period.AFAIK - [forum] As far as I know. AI – Artificial insemination. Where sperm from the partner or donor is injected in or near a woman's cervix
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