Morning sickness relief

Morning sickness is a feeling of nausea usually experienced during the first trimester. It usually starts in the morning and goes away as you become more active during the day. While not all morning sickness remedies are right for you, there are a few options you can try.

Ways to relieve morning sickness

In the morning:

Give yourself enough time to get out of bed. If you usually get up at 6 am, set your alarm for 5 am. It's a good idea to keep a supply of crackers or dry cereal next to your bed so you can put something in your stomach as soon as you wake up. . Get out of bed slowly as you start your day.

During the day:

Eat small meals throughout the day so you don't feel too full or too hungry. Progesterone slows down the rate at which food passes through the digestive tract. To prevent your stomach from feeling too full or too empty, drink liquids half an hour before or after meals, but not with meals. Also, be sure to drink fluids throughout the day to stay hydrated.

Get enough rest when you can. This is especially important if you have to get up early in the morning. However, do not take a nap immediately after eating, as this can increase nausea.

Avoid foods or smells that make nausea worse, and avoid hot places that can make nausea worse.

In the evening:

For dinner, avoid spicy and fatty foods. Cook soft foods without strong odors. You may need to avoid cooking during the first trimester.

First of all, go to bed early! You need rest to have the strength to get up early and start over. If you happen to wake up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom, try eating something small from your bedside stash.

Suggested meals

Cold foods (sandwiches, raw vegetables, salad when properly prepared to prevent listeria)
Bland foods (chicken soup, broth, plain baked potato)
Plain vegetables or fruits
Keep meals small, but eat as frequently as you need
Foods rich in vitamin B6