“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.Most women (3 of 4) will experience some kind of nausea, vomiting, or both, most often beginning around week 6 and lasting to about week 14 to 18; there are a few unfortunate women who do experience nausea and/or vomiting until the last day of their pregnancies. But, no matter how long the symptoms last, it is an unpleasant condition which should not be dismissed just because it is common or temporary.
It is likely a combination of hormonal, physical, and psychological factors which is responsible for morning sickness, though each woman is different and the causes have not been clearly identified.Among these is hCG, or human chorionic gonadtropin (the pregnancy hormone), which causes many of the changes in a pregnant woman’s body; also likely to blame are increasing levels of estrogen, which is linked to a pregnant woman’s sensitivity to smells.
Also, research suggests that some women are simply naturally more prone to experiencing nausea or vomiting as a response to stress, and that it is almost “normal” for their bodies to respond to the stress of pregnancy in that way.While not scientifically tested or confirmed, there are many techniques, none involving medication, that might bring you relief from your nausea; generations of women swear by their efficacy, and it is likely that one or more will work for you.
One step is to eat frequently over the course of the day so that your stomach is never completely empty; for the mornings, keep crackers by your bed to nibble on right when you wake up.Give your stomach a chance to settle by staying in bed for another twenty to thirty minutes, and then slowly get up - it is likely you’ll experience less nausea.It’s a smart rule of thumb for pregnant women to take their time in the mornings, and not get up right away.
Avoid fatty, rich, spicy, and acidic foods; experiment with high-carbohydrate and high-protein foods to see which depresses your nausea best.Even if it means having an unbalanced diet, it’s usually all right to avoid any and all foods that are causing you nausea - don’t force yourself.You’ll obviously want to eat mostly bland foods, and to avoid anything really hot, since the strong smell will likely cause nausea; try to eat everything at room temperature or cold.
Cold fizzy drinks, beverages made with real ginger (like ale or tea), and sports drinks are all good choices to help counteract vomiting and for overall good health; just be careful not to drink much with food so you don’t overfill your stomach.
There are many other actions you can take, like taking your vitamins at the end of the day or with food, using acupressure bands or hypnosis, and being careful to avoid non-food triggers like strong odors and car rides.Morning sickness may be common, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a huge, stressful obstacle; this means that even if you’ve tried every natural remedy and they don’t work, you can and should still discuss medication options with your doctor.
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