In the second and third trimester of pregnancy, the baby thrives in the stomach, and the pressure in the abdominal cavity also increases. At this time, the esophageal hiatus may widen, causing the stomach to be pushed into the chest cavity, forming an "esophageal hiatus hernia". The incidence of this situation in pregnant women is about 30%-50%, and the symptoms may be more obvious in the third trimester. In order to alleviate these discomforts, we suggest:

Eat in moderation

Eat in moderation during pregnancy, eat less and eat more meals, and avoid foods that are too sweet, too spicy and too sticky. This can reduce gastric pressure and reduce the occurrence of esophageal hiatal hernia.

Sleep in the right posture.

It is not advisable to lie flat immediately after a meal, and the choice of bed should not be too low. It is suggested to use a high pillow to keep the upper body height to relieve the symptoms of gastric acid reflux.

♀? Reduce bending

Bend as little as possible to reduce acid reflux. If you need to bend over, you can choose to squat or use lumbar support to relieve stomach pressure.

Keep the stool unobstructed

Keeping the stool unobstructed can reduce abdominal pressure and reduce the occurrence of esophageal hiatal hernia. You can appropriately increase the intake of dietary fiber, drink more water and avoid constipation.