Heartburn first sign of pregnancy

Is Heartburn a Sign of Early Pregnancy?| TUMS

There are so many noticeable changes going on in your body when you’re pregnant. But there are also subtle symptoms of pregnancy you may have before you know you're pregnant. You might be wondering, is heartburn an early pregnancy sign?

Let’s take a look at heartburn and how it might relate to pregnancy symptoms, as well as how to manage some discomfort you might be experiencing.

So, Is Heartburn an Early Sign of Pregnancy?

It is—for some women.

Let’s back up a second and define “heartburn” because, for some women, it might be the first time they’ve experienced this digestive symptom. Heartburn is a term that describes a burning sensation in your chest. You feel heartburn when stomach acid refluxes, or seeps back up, into your esophagus, the part of the digestive track that connects your mouth to your stomach.

While every woman’s body is different, and you can certainly experience heartburn and indigestion without being pregnant, heartburn can occur at any point in a pregnancy¹. So, a woman may experience heartburn as an early pregnancy symptom—even before she knows she’s pregnant.

If you have recently been experiencing symptoms of heartburn and indigestion and think you might be pregnant, see your doctor.

Will I experience heartburn while I am pregnant?

Possibly—and likely. Many women experience heartburn beyond their first trimester of pregnancy². There are a few reasons why:

Hormones relax muscles…

During pregnancy, a rising level of the hormone progesterone relaxes the valve (known as the lower esophageal sphincter) that separate the stomach and esophagus. As a result, stomach acids can flow back into your esophagus² and lead to some of the classic uncomfortable heartburn feelings that come with acid indigestion.

…and slow digestion

Additional hormones slow digestion, which mean food may stay in your stomach longer² and lead to a higher likelihood of acid indigestion.

The uterus crowds other organs

Later, as a pregnancy progresses and the uterus expands, it puts pressure on other organs in the abdomen³—including the stomach.

So, a stomach getting pushed out of place, with the food in it lingering longer, and a valve to the throat that’s a bit looser. The result? Heartburn.

A baby with lots of hair?

You might have heard the old wives’ tale that having heartburn while pregnant means you’ll deliver a baby with a more hair on its head. One small scientific study years ago did find a correlation⁴! Make of that what you will.

Treatment for Heartburn and Acid Indigestion During Early Pregnancy

Before jumping into the possible treatment options for pesky heartburn, confirm you are indeed pregnant with your trusted health care provider. They can help you better understand how to approach your symptoms and decide next steps.

If you are indeed pregnant and experiencing heartburn, we recommend taking the following measures to keep your heartburn symptoms at bay. ³

Avoid foods that flare up your symptoms. These might include spicy foods, fried foods or meals, caffeine such as coffee or soda. Create a journal of foods that you’ve noticed might cause upset stomach.
Stay away from large meals just before bedtime. This can trigger acid reflux due to your sleeping position.
Sleep with a pillow wedge that raises your head to deter acid reflux.
Consult with your doctor to determine whether an antacid, like TUMS, would be right for you.

While it’s no fun to experience heartburn and acid indigestion, talk to your care provider about the many tools and resources to help you manage. Whether together you decide you should use TUMS to help manage your symptoms or find comfort in pairing antacids with other preventative measures, you have options.

Read more about heartburn and pregnancy and other heartburn and indigestion-related issues.

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7 early pregnancy signs: Heartburn, gas, tender breasts, and more

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When you’re hoping to be pregnant and you haven’t missed your period yet—or it’s a day or two late—it’s pretty easy to interpret nearly any physical symptom as a sign of pregnancy. It’s not uncommon to feel symptoms in the first week or two of your pregnancy—or even earlier. “Some women experience pregnancy symptoms from the moment of conception,” says Karen Nordahl, a general practitioner and obstetrician in Vancouver and co-author of Fit to Deliver. “Usually, this is second- or third-time moms who remember a particular sensation, such as increased gas.” But many first-time moms miss these early pregnancy signs because the very first symptoms aren’t necessarily the ones we associate with having a baby on the way. So, yes, while some women experience nausea or hypersensitivity to smells, these seven symptoms are among the most common during the first few weeks of pregnancy.

1. Pregnancy sign: Heartburn

Digestive changes are one of the most common early pregnancy signs, says Nordahl. If you feel a burning sensation in your chest after scarfing down your usual black coffee and egg-salad sandwich from the deli near your office, it might not be that the deli changed the recipe to include green onions or switched coffee brands; it could actually be pregnancy-related heartburn. One telltale sign of heartburn is that the burning sensation can feel worse when you bend over or lie down. It’s safe to reach for an antacid to relieve the burning, but also try to avoid certain foods, such as citrus fruits.

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2. Pregnancy sign: Sore breasts

Before you start cursing your bra for suddenly feeling more like a contraption from the hardware store than the lacy lingerie that took a serious chunk out of your paycheque, consider that your newly sore boobs could be a sign that you’re pregnant. Breast tenderness is another common early pregnancy sign, according to Nordahl. For many women, what can make this symptom particularly confusing is that breast soreness is also a very common sign of your period. But early on in your pregnancy, your breasts may hurt because they’re expanding in preparation for producing milk.

3. Pregnancy sign: Increased gas

Being gassy—or, less eloquently, “farty”—is no problem when you’re chillaxing alone in your threadbare sweatpants, but it’s next-level horrifying when you’re out and about anywhere else. Unfortunately, it’s one of the more common early pregnancy signs. Expect flatulence during not only the first few weeks of pregnancy but also the next nine months. Inevitably, your unruly gas will strike right in the middle of a work meeting or during a cool-down in your silent yoga class.

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4. Pregnancy sign: Bloating

Can’t zip up those light-wash jeans that fit like a glove a few weeks ago? It could be that extra-large soda and popcorn you inhaled while transfixed on the onscreen hunk at the cinema last night, but it could also be a sign that you’re expecting. Like breast tenderness, abdominal bloating is a symptom that’s common before your period, making it hard to tell apart from monthly premenstrual symptoms. The usual tactic to fight extra bloating and constipation is to ease up on excess salt and stay hydrated with water, both of which are good habits, whether you’re pregnant or not. But you might also want to buy a pregnancy test.

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5. Pregnancy sign: Lower pelvic cramping

Pelvic cramping as an early pregnancy sign? Yep, it can be, according to Nordahl. That might seem counterintuitive, as cramps are super-typical symptoms of Aunt Flow. You were probably hoping that being pregnant meant you could kiss cramps goodbye, but sadly that’s not the case. Light cramps can be caused by early pregnancy hormonal shifts and implantation of the fertilized egg on your uterine lining.

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6. Pregnancy sign: Fullness

The unusual sensation of feeling “full” is yet another early symptom of pregnancy. “Fullness can be experienced before a period is missed, but a first-time mom may miss it,” says Nordahl. “A second- or third-time mom may pick up on it right away, especially if she is actively trying to conceive.” If you’re getting a feeling of déjà vu from previous pregnancies that you’re experiencing at the gut level (literally), congrats, you could be preggo!

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7. Pregnancy sign: A missed period

Well, duh, of course a missed period is the most common of early pregnancy signs. For many women who haven’t been pregnant before, this is usually the first symptom they notice, explains Nordahl. But hindsight is often 20/20. “A first-time mom usually thinks back and realizes that a few things were different but wasn’t sure what they meant,” she says.

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Pregnancy sign: fatigue

One of the earliest signs of pregnancy is a general sense of fatigue and tiredness. Nobody's really sure what causes this issue. However, during early pregnancy, the levels of the hormone progesterone quickly increase. Your blood sugar levels and blood pressure also tend to drop.

Together, these issues could leave you feeling exhausted. The tiredness tends to persist through the first trimester but will usually improve by the second trimester.

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Pregnancy sign: Increased need to urinate

Frequent urination is a key—and annoying—sign of pregnancy. The exact definition of frequent urination will vary from person to person since everyone has different bladder needs. A typical person urinates between four and ten times a day. Some pregnant people experience only slight changes to their urination pattern, but others may feel like they are constantly in the bathroom.

This symptom often begins around the same time as your first missed period or about two weeks after conception. Make sure to drink enough fluids to compensate for the extra bathroom trips and avoid excess caffeine.

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Pregnancy sign: Nausea

In movies and TV, the audience often figures out that a character is pregnant when they rush into the bathroom first thing in the morning. That is just how iconic morning sickness is as a pregnancy sign. Despite the name, morning sickness can occur at any time of the day. It may or may not trigger vomiting.

Most people tend to experience morning sickness between one and two months after becoming pregnant. Some people have nausea before this, while others may not have it at all. The cause of morning sickness is still unknown, but experts assume it is due to the many hormonal changes that pregnancy brings.

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First signs of pregnancy before delay, early symptoms

Significant hormonal changes occur during pregnancy. This causes a number of symptoms. Some women experience pregnancy symptoms right away, while others may only have a few. About the first signs of pregnancy at an early stage and when exactly the initial signs of pregnancy appear are described in the article.

At what time do the first signs of pregnancy appear

The answer to the question when the first signs of pregnancy appear is quite ambiguous, because some women do not feel any signs at all during the first few weeks. At what week do the first signs of pregnancy appear in others? When do the first signs of pregnancy appear after conception? Symptoms of very early pregnancy (such as breast tenderness) may appear before a missed period, as early as six to seven days after conception, while other early signs of pregnancy (such as spotting) may appear about a week after ovulation. We will tell you more about the first signs of pregnancy before menstruation and when the signs of pregnancy appear.

What are the earliest signs of pregnancy?

The first signs of pregnancy in the early stages:

delayed menstruation - 29%;
nausea - 25%;
mood swings - from 14 to 23%;
breast changes - 17%;
pain in the lower abdomen - 15%;
depression - 15%;
fatigue, drowsiness - 13%
decrease in immunity - 6%;
the first signs of pregnancy - discharge or implantation bleeding - only 3%.

Physiological first signs of pregnancy

What are the very first symptoms of pregnancy?

The most common physiological signs of pregnancy include:

Tender and enlarged breasts. Signs of pregnancy in the first days after conception include breast changes (1-2 weeks after conception). The area around the nipples, called the areola, may also darken.

Drowsiness and fatigue. Fatigue is also among the signs of pregnancy in the first days after conception. During early pregnancy, levels of the hormone progesterone rise dramatically, which can cause drowsiness.

Nausea with vomiting. When do these signs of pregnancy appear? Morning sickness, which can appear at any time of the day or night, often appears between the second and eighth weeks after conception.

Dizziness and fainting . This may be due to dilation of blood vessels, lowering blood pressure and blood sugar levels.

Spasms. Some women experience symptoms of pregnancy in the early days, such as mild uterine cramps.

Headaches and back pains. Many pregnant women complain of frequent headaches, while others experience back pain.

Insomnia - another first sign of pregnancy before the test. Causes can include stress, physical discomfort, and hormonal changes.

Change in taste preferences. Like most other symptoms of pregnancy, these eating habits can be attributed to hormonal changes.

Temperature. Early signs of pregnancy include fever (37-37.5).

Delayed menstruation. How long does it take for the first signs of pregnancy to appear? If you are of childbearing age and a week or more has passed without your expected period, you may be pregnant. However, this symptom can be misleading if you have an irregular menstrual cycle.

Bloody discharge - the first signs of pregnancy . This bleeding, known as implantation bleeding, occurs when a fertilized egg attaches to the lining of the uterus, approximately 10 to 14 days after conception.

Bloating, heartburn. Hormonal changes can cause problems with the stomach and esophagus - these are common signs of pregnancy at 2 weeks.

Constipation . Hormonal changes cause the digestive system to slow down, which can lead to constipation (signs of pregnancy after a delay).

Frequent urination. You may urinate more than usual, which is a common sign of pregnancy at 5 weeks. During pregnancy, the amount of blood in the body increases, causing the kidneys to process excess fluid that enters the bladder.

Runny nose. The appearance of this symptom is associated with excessive production of the hormone estrogen.

Exacerbation of chronic diseases. This is a sign of pregnancy after ovulation.

Increased salivation. Also associated with hormonal changes.

Sense of smell enhancement . Signs of pregnancy in the first two weeks may cause sensitivity to certain smells and the sense of taste may change.

Emotional first signs of pregnancy

The first signs of pregnancy before the delay (the earliest signs of pregnancy) include psycho-emotional symptoms.

Mood swings.
Irritability.
Vulnerability, tearfulness.
Capriciousness.
Depression.

These are all emotional signs of early pregnancy that many women report. They describe feelings of heightened emotion or even bouts of crying, which are associated with rapid changes in hormone levels in the body. Also, signs of pregnancy at week 4 can make you feel PMS-style cranky. In addition, about 15% of women suffer from depression or anxiety during pregnancy. And after childbirth, these conditions suffer even more. In this case, it is better to seek help from a doctor.

Do everything you can to improve your mood: get plenty of rest, eat well, get enough sleep, do things you love, and pamper yourself.

However, be aware that mood swings can be caused by a number of conditions other than pregnancy.

Influence of early pregnancy on daily routine

Early signs of pregnancy, mainly those that bring discomfort, can cause a change in daily routine. Here are some tips on what you can do with some of them:

In case of toxicosis, avoid too hot or too cold food - this provokes an attack of vomiting. Eat often - at least 5-6 times a day, but in small portions.
For nausea or vomiting, try ginger, chamomile, or vitamin B6.
Drink plenty of water, in small sips between meals, to replenish lost fluids. Teas, juices, fruit drinks are also suitable.
For back pain, wear shoes or shoe insoles designed for pregnant women and avoid high heels. Sleep on a firm mattress.
For chest discomfort, wear a special bra that supports enlarged breasts.
For constipation, eat more fiber-rich foods such as wheat bran and fresh vegetables and fruits.
If you suffer from headaches and mood swings, try stress reduction techniques such as yoga or meditation.
Be outdoors more often, at least half an hour a day. This helps to reduce the symptoms of toxicosis, calm the nervous system.
Maintain your daily physical activity for as long as it is convenient for you to perform certain activities.
Eat a balanced diet with enough proteins, fats and carbohydrates.

Important! All these tips are advisory in nature, be sure to consult your doctor if you encounter discomfort.

What to do if you notice early signs of pregnancy

To make sure the signs of pregnancy are accurate, you can use the following methods to diagnose early pregnancy:

Donate blood for hCG. This method can be used a few days after conception. This type of pregnancy test is done using a small sample of blood that is analyzed in a hospital. It determines whether there is a pregnancy hormone in your body and in what quantity. Its accuracy is 99%.
Use a test strip. It can be used at home from the first days of delay. To determine pregnancy, dip the reagent area of the test strip into the urine. Accuracy: 99%. You can buy Evitest or HomeTest test strips in our pharmacy.
Use jet or electronic test. They can be used at home a few days before your expected period. You need to remove its protective cap, substitute the test under the stream of urine for 10 seconds, and after 3-5 minutes get the result. Accuracy: 97%. In our pharmacy you can buy Evitest or Alpe inkjet tests.
Get your first ultrasound. You can use this method at 3-4 weeks from the start of a missed period. At this time, ultrasound will show the very fact of uterine pregnancy, and the place of attachment of the fetal egg is also determined. Accuracy: 100%.

Help Doc.ua: you can make an appointment with a gynecologist on the website.

Early signs of pregnancy

Contents

What are the first signs of pregnancy?

Taste preferences change

Increased sensitivity to smells and change in smell

Sudden mood swings

Constant fatigue and loss of energy

Gradual deterioration in well-being

Increased libido

The severity and pulling pains in the lower abdomen

Heaviness and painting pain in the lower abdomen

Far calls for urination

Dizziness, fainting

increases the sensitivity of the chest

Shyshepers

of the emergence Enlargement of the abdomen

What are the first signs of pregnancy?

Unprotected intercourse leads to pregnancy in 40% of cases, but it is quite difficult to determine whether conception occurred during the first few weeks. Even a pregnancy test will not always be able to clarify the situation, because it must be carried out starting with a delay in menstruation. The only way to find out if you are pregnant, which has one hundred percent probability, is to visit a doctor, but, unfortunately, it is not always possible to make an appointment with a doctor on the same day.

The first signs of pregnancy can make themselves felt almost immediately after the onset of conception, and in order not to be tormented by the unknown, you just need to listen to your body. True, in most women, these signs appear only at the end of the first month of pregnancy, or they may not even make themselves felt. It is possible to reliably find out if you are pregnant only after the implantation of the embryo and the start of a large-scale restructuring of the female body. The hormonal background of a woman changes significantly: in order for the pregnancy to pass without complications, the whole body must prepare for intensive work for nine months.

There is a gestational dominant, or dominant pregnancy. Simply put, this is a program that is embedded in the nervous system in order to maintain the vital activity of the embryo, and then the fetus. The gestational dominant is formed immediately after the implantation of the embryo into the uterine mucosa due to constant nerve impulses. This phenomenon is the beginning of changes in the life of the expectant mother, being realized in several signs that are often found in early pregnancy.

Taste preferences change.

A woman may be disgusted by the food she used to love. Another option is also possible: a sudden craving for those products that did not like the taste or smell. Loss of appetite, especially against the background of constant nausea and malaise, as well as constant hunger, are common signs of early pregnancy. The desire to try something inedible or in an unusual combination is more typical for 4-12 weeks of pregnancy, but there are cases when a woman has this symptom already at 2-4 weeks. It is quite possible that the desire to try chalk or eat a sausage sandwich thickly spread with orange jam is an attempt by the body to report a lack of trace elements in the body. Do not worry ahead of time: carrying a child requires a large amount of resources, so the body tries to prepare in time and collect supplies “for two”.

Increased sensitivity to odors and altered sense of smell.

When the hormonal background of a woman changes, a new perception of smells appears. Even your favorite perfume can irritate you, and the smell of paint, nail polish or gasoline can cause a positive reaction. Many women admit that a change in sense of smell is the first signs of early pregnancy that they have discovered in themselves.

Mood swings.

You woke up in a good mood, and after a minute absolutely everything annoys you? It's not a mental disorder. Until the hormonal background stabilizes, constantly changing emotions, a sudden transition from negative to positive, can accompany a woman throughout pregnancy. Explain to loved ones that now you are more sensitive to everything that is happening around. When the hormonal background returns to normal, you will feel better. This usually happens in the second trimester of pregnancy. If emotional problems bother you too much, then be sure to ask your doctor to prescribe you a mild sedative medication that is not contraindicated for pregnant women.

Constant fatigue and loss of energy.;

These early signs of pregnancy occur mainly due to the natural decrease in the body's immune defenses so that the embryo can fully grow and develop. Try to reduce the load at home and at work and distribute tasks in such a way that you do not get tired. You should not drink a lot of coffee and supplements with a high content of caffeine: it depletes the internal resources of the body, giving a temporary boost of strength for a short time.

Gradual deterioration of health.

This symptom appears in almost all expectant mothers. The cause of poor health is hormonal changes in the body and, in particular, a sharp increase in progesterone levels. You should not think that the malaise will torment you throughout your pregnancy: when the body adapts, your health will return to normal, and you will be able to do your daily activities as normal.

Increased libido.

Unusual excitability, a constant desire for intimacy are also caused by hormonal changes and indirectly indicate pregnancy, sometimes even before a woman decides to take a test or visit a doctor. At the end of the first trimester of pregnancy, the hormonal background usually stabilizes along with sexual desire.

Heaviness and pulling pains in the lower abdomen.

These symptoms of early pregnancy are observed in almost every pregnant woman and are associated with increased blood circulation in the pelvic area during the attachment of the embryo to the uterine wall. The severity is similar to premenstrual and usually does not cause serious inconvenience. Severe pain can be a sign of an ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage and other pathologies, so it is important to see a doctor as soon as possible. Acute pain combined with spotting is a symptom requiring emergency medical attention.

Heaviness and pulling pains in the lower abdomen.

Frequent urge to urinate.

The nerve endings located in the bladder respond to even the slightest impact. The growing uterus during pregnancy puts pressure on the bladder, causing a constant desire to visit the restroom. This symptom is often found at 5-6 weeks of gestation after a missed period, but may appear as early as the beginning of the first trimester due to individual characteristics. There is evidence that progesterone reduces the tone of the bladder, which affects its physiology.

Dizziness, fainting.

A short-term loss of consciousness is usually associated with pressure drops. Even if a woman has never lost consciousness before, she should be especially careful. When dizzy, fresh air should be provided: ask those who are nearby to open a window and ventilate the room. To avoid fainting, try to choose loose clothing made from natural materials that is appropriate for the weather. If your work involves physical labor, then you should consider reducing the load during the day.

Increased breast sensitivity.

Even a slight touch to the mammary glands can cause pain, some women experience the release of colostrum from the nipples. Later, the breast swells, increases, the nipples darken. This is one of the signs that pregnancy manifests itself in the early stages. You may notice soreness in your chest when you move or play sports. Try wearing loose-fitting underwear that doesn't restrict movement. It is worth stopping for a while active physical activity, replacing them with yoga and stretching. Choose clothes made of soft materials that do not cause you discomfort.

Heartburn.

The appearance of heartburn in the early stages is also due to changes in hormonal levels. This symptom may occur at the very beginning of pregnancy and not disappear until the very birth. The feeling of discomfort or burning behind the sternum is provoked by the reflux of the acidic contents of the stomach and usually does not indicate a serious pathology. The use of chocolate, strong tea and coffee, as well as citrus fruits, increases the frequency of heartburn attacks. You may want to cut out these foods for at least the first trimester of your pregnancy. Wearing tight and uncomfortable clothing also provokes heartburn. It is worth carefully monitoring your diet and avoiding large time periods between meals.

Increased basal body temperature.

The indicator measured rectally varies depending on the hormonal background of the woman. Basal temperature can indirectly determine both ovulation and pregnancy. In the early stages, the rectal temperature rises, and pregnancy is indicated by the fact that there is no decrease in the indicator after a few days, as with normal cyclic changes. If you are not making the first attempt to find the happiness of motherhood, then you most likely know the rules for measuring basal temperature: the value that is obtained immediately after a night's sleep without getting out of bed is correct. Stress can affect the result of the measurement, so it's worth calming down or taking your doctor's approved medication before bed.

Toxicosis.

Toxicosis of pregnant women usually manifests itself at 4 or 5 weeks after conception, but nausea and vomiting can begin to bother the expectant mother already in the first month. Nausea is usually accompanied by weakness, lack of appetite, and headache. These symptoms during pregnancy cause a lot of trouble for the expectant mother, especially if vomiting is repeated and interferes with daily activities. Antiemetics that are not contraindicated for pregnant women are now available at any pharmacy, but it is worth consulting a doctor before using them.

The appearance of acne.

This symptom is also associated with hormonal changes in the body. Acne can appear even in those women who have never suffered from it before. Acne during pregnancy usually disappears when the hormonal background stabilizes and no longer bothers the woman. It can often be overlooked as part of premenstrual syndrome, especially if you've been treated for acne in the past. Topical, and especially systemic, retinoids can adversely affect the development of the fetus, so it is worth stopping the use of these drugs in case of delay.

Abdominal enlargement.

Carrying a child requires not only the internal resources of the mother, but also reliable protection. A layer of subcutaneous fat of the abdomen is necessary to maintain the optimal temperature of the internal organs. Weight gain in this area is a feature of the female body that has existed since ancient times, which allows, in case of hunger, to use reserves as an energy substrate to support the life of the expectant mother and baby. Eating "for two" in this case is not an option: it is worth distinguishing between emotional and physical hunger. Excessive weight gain is harmful to the baby and complicates the course of pregnancy, and is also a risk factor for gestational diabetes.

And yet the main symptom, the appearance of which may mean pregnancy, is a delay in the onset of menstruation for more than three days . Obstetrics refers it to the probable signs, and the above symptoms are just hypothetical. From the very first days of delay, the presence of pregnancy is confirmed with a fairly high accuracy using special tests that respond to an increase in the content of hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) in the urine.