Gas can be caused when one swallows air, or certain foods may result in uncomfortable tightness in the abdomen area. Pregnant women suffer from bloating and gas because their digestive system is slowed by progesterone and the weight of the baby. Here are 5 easy pregnancy tips to stop gas:

1. Your food choices will highly affect how much gas you will have to pass. The gassy foods to avoid during pregnancy are artificial sweeteners, especially those in diet soda. Foods cause gas to just about every patient. These foods include, beans, cabbage, onions, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, broccoli, asparagus and corn; fruits such as pears, apples, prunes and peaches; whole grain products and oats; milk, ice cream and cheese; and carbonated drinks and fruit juices.
2. Writing a journal within six hours of each meal can help keep track of foods you eat and how much gas you’ll experience throughout the day; if you have a gassy sensation after a meal, it is only caused by the food consumed earlier.
3. Get moving, exercise after a meal, take a walk and do some activities, as it is a great way to deal with gas. Sitting lets gas to sit in the bowels, causing bloating and pain.
4. Elevate your legs as it will help you digest easily, as well as take pressure of baby off your abdomen.
5. Break your three meals into several ones. Having several meals will allow time for digestion and reliefs bloating and gas.

Being pregnant does not necessarily mean that you have to muddle through gassy nine months, change your lifestyle, and dare to change. Get rid of uncomfortable bloating and gas, implement these steps and feel better with your pregnancy!