Symptoms and Remedies for Morning Sickness During Pregnancy

It is a beautiful thing to be pregnant, but not all aspects of it are enjoyable. Morning sickness is one of the most infamous symptoms of pregnancy. The good news is that this pregnancy side effect usually doesn’t last very long. Find out what pregnancy morning sickness is, what it causes, what symptoms to watch out for, and how to manage it.

What is Morning Sickness?

A pregnant woman may experience nausea and vomiting during her first trimester, generally referred to as morning sickness. Despite the name, nausea can strike at any time of the day, even in the morning. There is a bit of a difference between morning sickness for every expecting mother. Nausea experienced by some pregnant women may be mild throughout their pregnancy, while others might have more aggressive nausea in the short term. In the end, it depends on the state of health of the mother and how their body is adjusting to pregnancy.

Is there a cause for morning sickness?

Many specialists believe low blood sugar, estrogen, and progesterone levels, as well as an increase in pregnancy hormones, may be responsible for morning sickness. Also, nausea may increase during pregnancy due to heartburn and gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD). In addition to stressing your body, morning sickness can also be triggered by mental and physical changes, especially for first-time mothers. There is also the possibility that it might just be genetic.

Symptoms of Morning Sickness:

The most common symptoms of morning sickness are nausea and vomiting. Especially in the mornings, you may experience the sensations of seasickness or car sickness. Pregnant women who suffer from morning sickness should drink more water to avoid dehydration. If you notice you are lightheaded, have dark urine, have trouble drinking liquids, or experiencing severe dehydration symptoms, talk to your doctor about how to stay hydrated.

The symptoms usually appear between weeks 6 and 9 of the first trimester. The worst of the morning sickness symptoms usually kick in around week 10 in the second trimester, with many expecting mothers reporting relief by week 12 in the second trimester. The symptoms of morning sickness may last throughout a woman’s pregnancy, although it is rare.

Remedies for Morning Sickness:

· Stay away from offensive odors

It’s quite possible that some scents suddenly become offensive or even sickening as a result of your more sensitive sense of smell. You should avoid any smells that trigger nausea, whether it’s from your favorite take-out place or a perfume you once loved. Keep your windows open while cooking, leave any place that smells so strong it makes you sick, and wash your clothes frequently with an unscented (or lightly-scented) detergent to remove lingering smells.

· Keep your diet simple and easy to digest

Any dish that triggers nausea should be avoided by eating, seeing, smelling, or even thinking about them. Foods that are spicy and acidic may pose particular challenges, as well as foods that have a strong aroma. If you’re trying to stick to a low-calorie diet until you’re able to eat a wider variety of foods, you may be able to find a few healthy foods to eat. During this time, your taste buds may change quickly, so be ready to change your diet from time to time.

· Rest and De-Stress

Taking time to de-stress can help minimize queasiness. You can reduce stress with classic methods, such as meditation and visualization or prenatal yoga. Try to sleep as many hours as you can every night and wake up feeling relaxed. Enjoy a relaxing night’s sleep and take a warm shower in the morning. If you slow down and do not rush, you may have a less nauseating start to the day.

· Take a supplement

Make sure you take your prenatal vitamin during pregnancy to ensure you are getting all the nutrients you need and to reduce nausea symptoms – particularly if you take a slow-release vitamin high in vitamin B6. Those with sensitive stomachs may benefit from switching their prenatal vitamins for ones with more B6 and less iron (or none). If you feel nauseated after taking your current pill, try taking it with food.

· Ask your doctor about morning sickness medicine

It’s recommended that you speak with your doctor if you suffer from severe morning sickness. During pregnancy, prescription drugs that treat nausea and vomiting have been approved by the FDA. To reduce morning sickness symptoms, your doctor may prescribe anti-nausea medicines. It is advisable to avoid using traditional or herbal medications for morning sickness unless your practitioner prescribes them.

A Word from Hegde Fertility

Pregnancy side effects such as morning sickness are unfortunate but common. The good news is that it doesn’t last throughout pregnancy, and it can be treated with simple measures. When you feel stronger than usual or suffer from severe morning sickness symptoms, you should talk to your doctor about the remedies that are best for you.