Heartburn/ acid reflux

I think acid reflux feels like just a burn in your throat, that’s what I’ve just started getting and my midwife said it was acid reflux! Heartburn I’m not to sure I’ve not experienced that yet thankfully xx

I have a lot of both. Heartburn is like a pain/heat in my chest that starts and goes within a few seconds. Acid reflux is like heat/burning in my throat. X

They are practically the same, heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux basically. Usually starts with a burning in your sternum that travels up your throat. Can often leave a bad taste in your mouth too! It's awful, I had it a lot at night when I got a cold at the end of my 2nd trimester and then the odd time I eat too late I end up with it overnight as well. Also, most people think decaf can't cause it but it definitely can! It's usually the other compounds in tea and coffee rather than just caffeine that can cause it. I've been cleared for gaviscon (useless) and rennies (spearmint ones are amazing), I would deffo ask your midwife if you can take them.

Popping some rennies as I type...on the box they say they are safe for pregnancy and breastfeeding. I get the feeling in my throat, slightly burny, generally uncomfortable. Had never had it before pregnant with my first. Started much earlier this time round.