Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Roberto Westbrook / Tetra images via Getty Images It's pretty common knowledge that after a baby is fed, they need to be burped.

Burping is often considered a "faux pas," as it can be embarrassing and off-putting, especially in social situations. But for some, the inability to belch can be an issue that can cause discomfort.

That seemingly harmless burp after lunch might be trying to tell you something important. While everyone experiences an occasional belch after a fizzy drink or big meal, doctors warn that frequent ...

"Looking back, I realized I had never burped in my entire life," says Isabelle Zeidner, a 23-year-old Columbia social work grad student who lives in New York City. "I noticed it more as I got older.

Sherri Gordon, CLC is a certified professional life coach, author, and journalist covering health and wellness, social issues, parenting, and mental health. She also has a certificate of completion ...