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Pregnancy Morning Sickness
Not all moms-to-be will have morning sickness, but if you’re one of the lucky few, you’ll find that everyone has a very different experience. Some women will feel queasy only occasionally, and other will feel nauseous all day. The good news is, even if you can’t keep anything down, your baby is fine (her nutritional needs are minimal in the pregnancy’s early stages). And more goods news, if you’re vomiting, it will usually pass after 12 to 14 weeks. The causes for morning sickness are debatable, but changes in hormone levels, sensitivity to smell, stress and fatigue can all play a part.
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MORNING SICKNESS DURING PREGNANCY
Not all moms-to-be will have morning sickness, but if you’re one of the lucky few, you’ll find that everyone has a very different experience. Some women will feel queasy only occasionally, and other will feel nauseous all day.
The good news is, even if you can’t keep anything down, your baby is fine (her nutritional needs are minimal in the pregnancy’s early stages). And more goods news, if you’re vomiting, it will usually pass after 12 to 14 weeks.
The causes for morning sickness are debatable, but changes in hormone levels, sensitivity to smell, stress and fatigue can all play a part. And if this is your first pregnancy, you can chalk morning sickness up to your body getting used to being pregnant.
How do I treat morning sickness during pregnancy?
- Keep tabs on your tummy: If there’s a food that you’re particularly sensitive to, whether it is the food’s taste or smell, stray from it. Better to eat the foods you enjoy, rather than forcing something down that you don’t.
- Stay cool: Foods that are cold (hello, ice cream) or room temperature are less likely to produce an intense aroma.
- Eat small: Mini meals or snacks are the best way to keep your stomach from feeling queasy. Keep crackers and other small snacks in your purse or by your bed. Try and take it easy for 20 minutes after eating if you can. If your stomach is never empty, there’s a good chance you won’t feel nauseous. And it will help keep you from feeling sick in the middle of the night.
- Pick your protein: Bland foods that are high in protein, like peanut butter, can help fight morning sickness. Also, try to avoid anything that can cause serious stomach disruption. Foods that are fatty, acidic or fried are big no no’s right now.
- Be a sport: Drinking sports drinks with high levels of glucose, salt and potassium can help if you’ve been vomiting. Also, while staying hydrated is important, try to sip your drink slowly. You want to leave room in your stomach for food to keep nausea at a minimum.
- Take the alternate route: Talk to your doctor or practitioner about alternative remedies for pregnancy morning sickness. For example, ginger is said to ease the stomach. Other remedies, like wearing an acupressure or seasickness band, are also helpful in some cases.
You can also ask your doctor if it’s okay to try vitamin supplements for relief. Vitamin B6 has proven to be helpful for some pregnant woman. Remember: never take anything during pregnancy until you get the green light from your healthcare practitioner.
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