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Why are pregnant women prone to heartburn?
I never had heartburn before I became pregnant. Will my heartburn stop after I give birth?
Since I became pregnant, I’ve stopped drinking coffee and alcohol. Is there anything else I should do to avoid heartburn during my pregnancy?
Does my heartburn during my pregnancy affect my baby in any way?

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Q. Why are pregnant women prone to heartburn?

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