Many
pregnant women have morning sickness. But for a few, itâs much more intense. Less than 3% of pregnant women get something called hyperemesis gravidarum. There's no cure for it, but it's temporary, and there are ways to manage it. When you have hyperemesis gravidarum, you vomit a lot, sometimes almost constantly. This can lead to problems like dehydration and weight loss. Morning sickness often fades by the end of the first trimester, but hyperemesis gravidarum usually lasts longer. It generally strikes between the 4th and 6th week of pregnancy, and may be at its worst around weeks 9 to 13. The vomiting is so severe, most women are unable to go about their typical daily activities. Symptoms usually get better by the 20th week. These following steps may help:
- Have smaller, more frequent meals.
- Drink smaller drinks, but drink more often, and through a straw.
- Try cold foods if hot ones trigger nausea.
- Drink electrolyte drinks/ ORS to correct electrolyte imbalance.
- Taking ginger 1 to 1.5 grams a day in several small doses may help some women. You can get it in tea, lollipops, or supplements
- Aim to drink 3 liters of water per day
Next Steps
Follow the steps as advised
Health Tips
If condition persists or worsens visit the obstetrician at the earliest