How to Naturally Overcome Morning Sickness

Morning sickness can be one of the biggest downsides of pregnancy. While you might be overjoyed at the prospect of welcoming a son or daughter into the world, it can be hard to feel excited when you’re constantly running to the bathroom.

It’s common for morning sickness to begin from the fifth or sixth week of your pregnancy, but you’ll be happy to know that it could disappear by the start of the second trimester.

Thankfully, there are numerous products and remedies to provide relief from daily nausea and vomiting. Read the below tips on how to naturally overcome morning sickness.

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Enjoy Some Ginger

Don’t underestimate the power of ginger when it comes to morning sickness. Research has found the ingredient can help pregnant women to cope with nausea and vomiting. There are also numerous ginger options available, such as ginger tea, ginger biscuits, ginger ale and ginger preserves. You could even take a capsule that features 250mg of ginger.

Consume Protein-Rich Foods

Many pregnant women often report that protein-rich foods can prevent nausea and vomiting. Keep morning sickness at by consuming:

·      Cold meats

·      Nuts

·      Eggs

·      Beans

·      Soy products

Steer Clear of Overpowering Smells

Strong scents could cause you to run to the bathroom. For example, common morning sickness triggers can include perfumes, cigarette smoke, coffee or garlic. If possible, try to avoid the overpowering smells as much as possible. If you need to cook with a strong-smelling ingredient, maybe ask a loved one to prepare a meal instead and open your windows and doors.

Eat Little and Often

Many pregnant women make the mistake of avoiding food, as they might be afraid of vomiting. However, an empty stomach could potentially make morning sickness worse. To prevent spending your days in the bathroom, you should eat little and often, and keep some snacks to nibble on during the day, such as ginger biscuits or a piece of fruit.

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Perfectly Time Your Pregnancy Vitamins

It is important for pregnant women to take vitamins, which will ensure both mother and baby remain healthy. However, it is believed the iron inside the vitamins could potentially make pregnant women feel more nauseous than necessary. For this reason, you should take the vitamins before bedtime or on a full stomach.

Wear Loose Clothing

Unfortunately, tight clothing can potentially amplify morning sickness. To feel more like your old self, it might help to wear loose fitting clothing, such as oversized t-shirts or jogging pants.

Embark on Some Physical Activity

Many pregnant women have reported that exercise can be effective for morning sickness relief. To ensure you don’t spend your days feeling sick, you should go for a walk, enjoy a swim, or join a pregnancy. It is, however, imperative to consult a doctor before undertaking any new exercise regimen or increase your fitness level.

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Stick to Cold Meals

If cooking smells are causing you to regularly run to the bathroom, it might be a smart idea to stick to cold meals for the time being. For example, you could combat nausea by eating a healthy salad, a sandwich or cereal.

Enjoy Some Aromatherapy

The same way certain smells can make you feel sick to your stomach during pregnancy, there are other aromas that could potentially ease your morning sickness. For example, sniffing a pleasant orange, mint or lemon scent could help to alleviate your annoying nausea. Try dipping a cotton ball into a scented oil, which you can quickly discard if it makes you feel nauseous.

Treat Yourself to Breakfast in Bed

Leaving your bed on an empty stomach could lead to you rushing to your bathroom. Keep morning sickness at bay by enjoying breakfast in bed. For instance, nibble on a cracker or some dry toast before you step out from your duvet. You’ll be glad you did!

Wear a Motion Sickness Wristband

It’s possible that a motion sickness wristband could reduce your feelings of nausea, as it works by pressing the acupressure point located on your inner wrist. While there is no guarantee it will work, it could provide some relief from nausea, so it might be worth a try if you’re tired of feeling sick each day.

Avoid Caffeine and Fatty or Spicy Foods

Caffeine and fatty or spicy foods can often lead to a release of stomach acid, which can be a big problem during pregnancy, as your growing baby will be pushing against your digestive tract. It might, therefore, be wise to steer clear of the items and opt for less aggravating drinks and foods.

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Drink Water Between Meals

Pregnant women must ensure they drink plenty of water each day, which will ensure they stay hydrated. If morning sickness is stopping you from keeping music down, it might be beneficial to drink glasses of water between meals instead of with a meal. You also should sip water over gulping to prevent nausea.

Talk to a Doctor

If your morning sickness is becoming unmanageable, it is possible you are suffering with hyperemesis gravidarum, which is continuous vomiting that can cause dehydration that will lead to hospitalisation.

Common symptoms of hyperemesis gravidarum can include:

·      Vomiting multiple times per day (there could also be blood in your vomit)

·      Common dehydration symptoms, such as dark urine, dizziness and infrequent urination.

·      You’re unable to keep food or drink down for 12 hours or more

·      Weight loss

·      Pelvis or abdominal pain/cramping

If you are struggling with one of more of the above symptoms, you must immediately consult a doctor or midwife, or you should attend A&E.

It is also wise to familiarise yourself with other potential pregnancy issues or complications, such as bleeding, depression, anxiety, or signs of gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, blood clots, placental issues, and infections.

Do you have any top tips for morning sickness relief? Please write a comment below to share your advice.