Hyperemesis Gravidarum: The severe morning sickness explained
Morning sickness is a symptom of pregnancy that many will graciously accept. Considering eight in every 10 people will feel sick, or vomit, during their pregnancy, it’s to be expected. However, if you’re throwing up several times a day and feeling ill for longer periods of time, it may be an indication of Hyperemesis Gravidarum. […]
1 year ago
Five natural morning sickness remedies
When you’re expecting, you might experience morning sickness The sickness can be bad – like the feeling of not being able to do anything bad – but even when it’s mild, that nauseous feeling just is not fun. Though a lot of the time it sticks around for the first 12 weeks, there’s a chance […]
2 years ago
Scientists discover possible cause of morning sickness bringing increased hope of finding a cure
A new study published this month has given experts a better understanding of what may cause morning sickness during pregnancy. The study, published in the scientific journal ‘Nature’, pinpoints a hormone named GDF15 as the possible root of nausea and vomiting throughout the first trimester of gestation. Findings also indicate that having naturally decreased levels […]
2 years ago
Soon-to-be parents reveal their worst pregnancy symptoms
What was your worst pregnancy symptom? During early pregnancy, morning (or all day) sickness can kick in and for an unlucky few, it can last weeks. Others struggle with lightheadedness as their body adjusts to growing their little one. The severity of side effects varies from person to person and while some mums experience a […]
3 years ago
This woman’s fear of vomiting is preventing her from starting a family
Most women experience morning sickness during their pregnancy. For one woman the fear of getting this common pregnancy symptom is preventing her from starting a family. Hoping to fall pregnant in the coming year, the woman posted her worries online hoping that someone could help her. “Hi everyone I’ve seen a lot written on here […]
4 years ago
Parenting forum asks mums what their worst pregnancy symptoms were
What was your worst pregnancy symptom? During my first pregnancy, it was morning (or all day) sickness. I couldn’t keep anything down. On my second pregnancy, it was lightheadedness. A parenting forum put the question out to mums everywhere and here were the most common answers. One symptom that many mums were unanimous on was heartburn. […]
4 years ago