Managing Morning Sickness: Part II

Today we continue where we left off last Mommy Monday with more tips on managing morning sickness.

Many pregnant women also find sour foods and salt and/or vinegar very helpful in managing nausea.

-       Salt and vinegar crisps, salticrax, salted peanuts, vinaigrette dressing over salads

-       Sour  foods e.g. gums, sour worms, sour balls, lemonade, hot water and lemon juice

A well-known remedy is ginger, known to be particularly effective in relieving nausea.

Try ginger tea, ginger ale, or cook using ginger in your meals.

Purity Mama Ginger Lollipops contain ginger as well as folic acid, an essential vitamin in pregnancy for foetal growth and development. Sucking on one of these lollies will also help boost energy levels when you feel sluggish.

Purity Mama Organic Rooibos and Ginger Tea is a caffeine free organic tea low in tannins, and contains ginger to alleviate nausea. Allow to cool in the fridge for a refreshing summer’s drink, or drink warm with a slice of lemon on a cold day.

(Note: discontinue the use of ginger when taking blood thinners or preparing for surgery.)

Avoid the kitchen when someone is cooking.

The smell of the food may make you feel nauseous, so eat in well-ventilated areas that free from odours

Avoid taking medicine on an empty stomach.

Multivitamin supplements may trigger nausea. Prenatal supplements can be taken at a  time in the day when vomiting is least likely.

Iron supplements often contribute to nausea. Bedtime is a good time to take an iron supplement.

Drink fluids in between meals and not with meals.

Although it is important to drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration when vomiting, some women find it more comfortable to consume most of their fluids between meals and limit mealtime beverages. Wait about 30 minutes after eating to have a drink. 

If vomiting is severe that it impairs normal daily activities, consult with your doctor.

Drugs used to control nausea and vomiting may include ondansetron, cyclizine, buclizine, metoclopramide, meclizine, prochlorperazine or promethazine.

 Be sure to rehydrate well throughout the day. 

Sports drinks such as Powerade, Energade and Game are good examples of fluids for hydration.

Other elements that may add to nausea include motion, excessive noise, bright lights, and adverse climates.

Let us know of your tried and tested tips in managing morning sickness by leaving a comment or posting on our facebook page.