Easing Morning Sickness the Natural Way

Have someone else cook your meals for a while, if at all possible. You may not feel like eating, but when a meal is placed in front of you, your appetite may improve. Plus, you won't be exposed to the smells of preparation, and that ill feeling may stay at bay.

Of course, get plenty of rest. When I was feeling rushed or run down, the vomiting was worse. So, slow down and give yourself lots of time to get things done. Get some extra help from family and friends, knowing that your energy levels and general feeling of wellbeing will pick up considerably after your body has adjusted to the pregnancy.

Still can't keep any food down? Well, know that your baby is getting all of the nutrition it need during these first few months, even if there is little or no increase in your dietary intake. The most important thing during this time is to avoid all toxic substances in your diet, so eat healthily even if your consumption is minimal.

There is a homeopathic remedy for morning sickness that you could discuss with your health care provider, and also a special wrist band is available that applies pressure to a specific place on your wrist. Some believe these reduce the incidence of nausea.

Don't forget about the ginger. Your grandmother probably told you to drink flat gingerale to ease the symptoms of stomach flu, and the same principle applies here. By shaving ginger root into boiling water, you can make a most soothing tea. For some, even the smell of the root itself cuts the queasiness in two.

And last but not least, go easy on yourself. This is a time of tremendous adjustment, and your body will adapt when it's ready.

If you're looking for even more advice, check out the following sites: http://www.aafp.org/patientinfo/mornsick... http://www.parentsoup.com/experts/sears/...

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