Do pregnant women feel like burning is the stomach?

Yes, pregnant women may experience a burning sensation in their stomach, also known as heartburn. Heartburn is a common pregnancy symptom caused by the hormone progesterone, which relaxes the muscles in the stomach and esophagus. This allows stomach acid to flow back into the esophagus, causing a burning sensation. Heartburn is more likely to occur in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy as the uterus grows and puts pressure on the stomach. To relieve heartburn, pregnant women can try eating small, frequent meals, avoiding certain trigger foods, elevating their head and shoulders when sleeping, and taking antacids as recommended by their healthcare provider.