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Although the term "morning sickness" is commonly used, it is in fact misleading since many women who are pregnant do experience nausea symptoms at other times besides the morning (although the morning remains the most intense).Nausea and vomiting have been shown to affect as many as three out of every four women, with symptoms usually starting around week 6 and ending around week 14 or 18; however, a few women do have symptoms through the end of their pregnancy. 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.
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.
Some researchers believe that, for some women, feeling nauseated or throwing up is their natural response to stress, so it is normal for them to have morning sickness during pregnancy.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 idea is to have several small snacks and meals during the day so your tummy is never all the way empty; it's also smart to have a box of crackers by your bed so you can feed your empty tummy right when you wake up.Let your stomach settle for about half an hour, and then get up - you may not experience as much nausea this way.It's also just a generally good idea for any pregnant woman to take her time waking up and getting out of bed.
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.Food which are hot tend to have stronger aromas, which can cause nausea; therefore, eat mostly bland foods and try to have them at room temperature or cold.
If you have been vomiting, drinking lots of liquids is even more important than usual; try sipping sports drinks, cold fizzy drinks, and ginger teas or ales in between meals (so you don't get too full).
You can also take steps like avoiding nausea triggers unrelated to food, like strong smells or motion (such as a car ride); you can also try using acupressure bands or even hypnosis for 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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