Heartburn is one of pregnancy’s most common companions — that hot, rising burn that seems to arrive with the third trimester and every large meal.
Here are the gentle natural options many expectant mums consider for heartburn and reflux, always alongside your midwife’s guidance.
Why heartburn is so common in pregnancy
Pregnancy hormones relax the valve at the top of the stomach, and a growing bump adds pressure.
- A relaxed valve, hormones loosening the muscle that keeps acid down.
- Upward pressure, a growing baby pressing on the stomach.
- Worse when lying down, reflux flaring at night.
The short version: pregnancy relaxes the stomach valve and adds pressure, and gentle midwife-approved support can ease the burn.
Your natural toolkit — and which to reach for
Here are the gentle natural picks many expectant mums consider. Always check with your midwife or GP before using any remedy in pregnancy.
Gastricumheel — reach for this if you want gentle stomach-settling support.
Nux Vomica Homaccord — reach for this if rich or large meals set it off.
Duodenoheel — reach for this if reflux and upper-gut discomfort recur.
Simple things that genuinely help
- Always check any remedy with your midwife or GP first.
- Eat smaller, more frequent meals.
- Avoid eating close to bedtime.
- Prop yourself up a little to sleep.
The bottom line
Pregnancy heartburn is wearing, but it can be eased gently. With midwife-approved support and a few habit tweaks, the burn can settle — and United Remedies is here to help you choose kindly.
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