Pregnancy Complications & Solutions | Dr Rama Sofat Hospital

While a few lucky women sail through their pregnancies without even a twinge of morning sickness, most of us have to contend with a few (or maybe quite a few) pregnancy-related issues. Here's how to cope with some of the most common pregnancy problems as explained by Dr Rama Sofat.

Heartburn: Hormone changes during pregnancy, combined with your growing belly, can make it easier for stomach acid to wash up into the throat. Here are some ways to put out the fire:

• Eat small, frequent meals (this will also help with morning sickness).
• Stay away from greasy or fried food, coffee, cola, and smoking (which you should avoid during pregnancy anyway).
• Eat slowly and chew your food well.

Morning sickness: As any pregnant woman knows, "morning sickness" should really be called "all-day sickness." It usually gets better after the first trimester, but an unlucky few suffer right up until they deliver their baby. Here are a few ways to help that queasy stomach:

-Have small, frequent meals. Don't let yourself get too hungry.
Have small amounts of fluids several times a day. But don't drink fluids during or just before or after a meal.

-Before you get out of bed in the morning, eat a small nutritious snack like crackers or a granola bar (keep it by your bed), then rest in bed for 15 minutes as explained by Dr Rama Sofat.


Constipation: During pregnancy, food moves more slowly through the body to give you a better chance to absorb nutrients. Iron supplements can also make you constipated. What can you do to stay regular?

• eat high-fibre foods like fruit, vegetables, beans, and whole grains
• get plenty of fluids
• stay active