August 25, 2011

How to Prevent Morning Sickness During Pregnancy?

One of most common unpleasant pregnancy symptoms is morning sickness, a term for nausea and/or vomiting. Is this unavoidable or can we do anything to prevent sickness?

Actually, morning sickness can strike us at any times of the day-not just in the mornings. The likelihood for experiencing this condition is worst during the first three months of pregnancy (first trimester) when hormone levels are waving…..Researchers found many women who experience morning sickness early in their pregnancy tends to suffer from vomiting till the fourth or fifth month, while some women have to get used to morning sickness for the entire 40 weeks.

Now, shall we start the day with some bland foods like crackers, cereal or granola beside bed.  This is not the right time to worry about weight. Munch it before you get up to raise blood sugar and neutralize some of the acid in the stomach. Rise slowly and gently, so you will not get dizzy.  Take breakfast, make sure about protein intake before you begin your day's activities.  Remember that variety of fruits and veggies is a must. During early morning hours, as well as any time during the day and evening, beverages like ginger ale and peppermint tea can assist in alleviating morning sickness.

Morning Sickness Preventive During the Day is easier.
I will be happy to do eat small amounts of food frequently. Dumping food in one meal can worsen morning sickness. Just keep healthy snacks handy.  Explain to your boss why you have to eat all day and give him/ her some nuts, raw vegetables, yogurt, crackers with peanut butter and honey, and small portions of lean meats.  Also I believe most pregnant women have a list of certain foods that trigger nausea more than others. Stay away from those foods!  When the weather is hot, try to stay cool and calm down because getting too hot can cause nauseous and stress will make it worse.

At the Ending of the Day, do not forget to eat dinner. Perhaps even have a light nutritious snack just before bedtime. If you don't get enough food , your blood sugar may drop, causing you to get sick during the night or the next morning when you awake. On the other hand, avoid overeating, which can make you uncomfortable and unable to sleep. Avoid excessively spicy, greasy foods and caffeine. (maximum two cups of caffeinated beverage during the day and none at night)  Have deep sleep, good night.

Try above things and let me know if they work or not.  Any new tips to prevent morning sickness are most welcomed.  But if you suffer a lot, there are more suggestions to relief morning sickness. 

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