Managing Morning Sickness: Causes, Relief & Diet Tips

The first signs of pregnancy are nausea and vomiting, also known as morning sickness. Morning sickness typically begins 2 to 8 weeks after conception. As every woman experiences pregnancy differently, morning sickness does not happen with every pregnancy.

Why it Happens

• Morning sickness is a pregnant woman's reaction to changing hormone levels. It can happen at any time.

Diet

• Eating smaller meals throughout the day is one way to deal with morning sickness. Some women keep crackers next to their beds to eat upon awakening to stop nausea.

Natural Remedies

• Ginger, in the form of crystallized candy or supplements, can aid with the nausea. Peppermint, either candy or tea, is another natural remedy.

Anti-nausea Medications

• Medications for nausea are available over the counter. Discuss with your doctor the safety of these products before using.

Time Frame

• For many women, morning sickness subsides by the second trimester. All pregnancies are different and some women experience morning sickness throughout their pregnancy.

Warning

• Severe vomiting should be brought to your doctor's attention. There are prescription medications she can prescribe to help with this problem.