Heartburn & Baby Hair: Myth, Science, and One Simple Fix (Video)

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Ever wonder if heartburn predicts a baby with a full head of hair?

Ever wonder if heartburn predicts a baby with a full head of hair?

Heartburn & Baby Hair

Here's the short, honest answer, and one tip most people miss.

Why the myth sticks

Heartburn shows up in most late-pregnancy months, and a baby born with a thick head of hair makes a memorable story. Families love to link the two, even though bald babies are just as common.

Wait before bed

Give yourself two to three hours after a meal before you lie down. This simple timing keeps the stomach from pressing against the relaxed valve, so acid stays where it belongs.

Elevate your head

Raise the head of your bed about ten to fifteen centimeters using sturdy blocks or a wedge pillow. The slight incline uses gravity to keep stomach acid from creeping up into the throat.

Everyday tricks

Try five or six small meals a day instead of three big plates. Keep portions modest, and snack on easy-to-digest foods. Sleep on your left side with a pillow behind your back, and note which foods, like fried snacks or citrus, trigger the burn.

Hormone link

Heartburn doesn't make hair. At most, the two share a hormone in common, so they can appear together, but one doesn't cause the other.

Red flag symptoms

If you feel sharp pain under the ribs, a severe headache, blurred vision, flashing lights, sudden swelling of the face, hands or feet, or a blood pressure reading over 140/90, treat it as an emergency and call your doctor right away.

The one tip

The single most effective habit for easing heartburn is to eat five or six small meals throughout the day rather than three large ones. This keeps the stomach from over-filling and reduces acid reflux.

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The full guide is on thecareonline.com. General information only, so check with your doctor for your own case.