Meals are better taken while sitting on an upright chair rather than slumped in front of the television. Clothing Avoid tight belts and underclothes as they increase pressure on the stomach. It is common for pregnant women to suffer from heartburn. By eating sensibly and keeping your weight increase within the recommended limits, you can lessen the severity of heartburn. Many people who suffer from occasional heartburn take antacids either in tablet or liquid form, which are available from the chemist.
Some antacid preparations relieve symptoms by forming a layer on top of the stomach contents.
If you find that you have to take these medicines regularly or you don't get any relief, it is best to visit your doctor. He or she can decide if tests are needed to find the cause of the problem. Your doctor can also prescribe stronger medicine which will reduce or prevent the production of acid in the stomach and allow the inflamed gullet to heal. Alternative medical remedies are also a possible option but the BDF recommends that you discuss this with your doctor. This surgical procedure, called fundoplication, involves replacing the stomach back to its original position under the diaphragm.