Time Tested Techniques for Morning Sickness Relief

“Morning sickness”, as nearly any pregnant woman will tell you, is a misleading term; while it is true that the morning is the most intense time for nausea symptoms, they can strike at any time during the day.Nausea and/or vomiting tends to begin around week six and last through about week 14 or 18; while this is the case for the majority of women who experience symptoms (about 75% of all pregnant women report morning sickness), there are a few who continue to have them throughout the pregnancy.While it is true that morning sickness is a common condition, that doesn’t mean it’s not an unpleasant one which deserves attention.

Although the reasons for nausea and/or vomiting during pregnancy are not 100% clear, it seems that a combination of causes – hormonal, physical, psychological – are responsible. These include the pregnancy hormone, hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), whose levels tend to match levels of nausea, as well as increased estrogen; in fact, the increased amount of estrogen can also explain the sensitivity to odors that many women experience during pregnancy.

It may also be true that for women who usually respond to stress with feelings of nausea, the stress of pregnancy causes a similar reaction – though this has not been proven.Generations of women swear by certain strategies to bring nausea relief; while these have not been scientifically confirmed, they remain potential, non-medication options for you to try.

It is important to try to eat frequently during the day, so your stomach doesn’t ever get totally empty; for the same reason, you can put a little box of crackers by your bed to have when you wake up.Stay laying down for a while, approximately half an hour, and then try getting out of bed – many women experience less nausea.In general, pregnant women will want to be slow and easy getting out of bed in the mornings.

Avoid fatty, rich, spicy, and acidic foods; experiment with high-carbohydrate and high-protein foods to see which depresses your nausea best.If a food makes you feel nauseous, don’t eat it – even if this means you eat a very limited variety of foods, it’s better than forcing yourself and getting sick after.A good option, besides choosing bland foods, is to avoid eating foods while hot, since they give off stronger odors; instead, eat foods at room temperature or even cold.

You must drink plenty of fluids, for good health and to counteract vomiting – but be sure not to have too many liquids at meals, as you’ll likely be too full; good beverage choices include ginger tea or ginger ale (real ginger works against nausea), sports drinks, and cold, carbonated beverages.

Be aware that nausea can be caused by non-food triggers, such as strong odors or motion (like being in the car); you may also try options like using an acupressure wristband or hypnosis to find nausea relief.Morning sickness is stressful and can make for a very unhappy pregnancy; for this reason, feel confident to ask your doctor about anti-emetic (anti-nausea) medications that might work for you if none of the natural remedies provide relief.

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