Here's a not-so-fun fact: Nearly two-thirds of pregnant women report bloating during their first trimester, research shows.[1]#1 So if you notice a balloon-like belly after you’ve been trying to ...

Protein and fats produce little gas directly, though fats can contribute to a sense of bloating because they slow down digestion. Gas during pregnancy is very common. When you're pregnant ...

According to a doctor, pregnancy hormones relax the womb, and the digestive muscles also relax, resulting in reduced motility of the gut and slow digestion. Bloating is very common during periods ...