PREGNANCY MORNING SICKNESS

Morning sickness is common in early pregnancy. It is usually not serious but it may be quite unpleasant.

Women with a higher intake of dietry fat may be more likley to suffer morning sickness than those with less saturated fat. Your Obstetrican may recommend that you eat dry crackers in the morning with liquids. Solid foods should be ate separatly from each other.

Vitamins C and K taken together may help in providing relief of the symptoms in some women. It is generally recommended you take around 500mg of vitamin C.

Sometimes the vitamin B6 taken in 10 to 20mg a day may be of help.

Ginger may be of use in helping to improve digestion and helping to relieve nausia.

Some people find ginger in tea is a good way of taking this herb.

Morning sickness, the bane of pregnant women everywhere, can knock even the most active go getter off her feet. It can be particularly troublesome when you've got to go to work every morning and no one at the office knows you're pregnant yet. No doubt you're already avoiding any foods and smells that make your stomach churn. Here are a few more ways to keep nausea at bay.

Keep simple snacks, such as crackers, by your bedside. When you wake up, nibble a few crackers and then rest for 20 to 30 minutes before getting out of bed.

Eat small, frequent meals. An empty stomach can increase nausea. Aim for foods high in protein or carbohydrates, as both can help fight nausea.

Though it's important to keep yourself well hydrated, try drinking fluids only between meals, and limit them during meals.

Sniff lemons. The smell of a cut lemon may help your nausea. Put slices in your iced tea or sparkling water.

Drink ginger ale or ginger tea. Ginger is known to settle the stomach and fight queasiness.

Give yourself time to relax. Talking things over with another mother to be can be a nice way to relieve stress. Some researchers theorize that stress and emotions may also play a role in morning sickness.

It is always advisable to speak to your Doctor first before taking any vitamins or herbs.



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