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Ease Nausea with Natural Remedies

When you get pregnant, you may have morning sickness. This is feelings of nausea or vomiting. These symptoms often happen during your first trimester or first 12 weeks pregnancy. Then they go away. However, in some cases, these symptoms can last through your pregnancy. The exact cause for morning sickness isn't known.

While uncomfortable, morning sickness is rarely serious. In fact, morning sickness affects about 90 percent of all pregnant women. Most of the time, natural approaches can help you feel better.

Tap into the power of ginger

Ginger is safe and effective in relieving nausea caused by morning sickness. But it doesn’t seem to work for vomiting. 

Ginger comes in many forms.  Moms- to-be can take ginger supplements three or four times a day, with a total daily dose of about 1 gram. Foods that contain ginger may also help ease nausea. These include ginger ale, ginger lollipops, and ginger tea. 

Self-care techniques

You can also try some self-care care techniques. These can help prevent and relieve morning sickness:

  • Eat several small meals a day. Try eating every 1 to 2 hours. This can keep your stomach from getting empty.

  • Choose foods high in complex carbohydrates. These include whole wheat bread, pasta, bananas, and green, leafy vegetables.

  • Don’t eat greasy and spicy foods. 

  • Sip on liquids that are cold, clear, and carbonated in between meals.

  • Keep crackers near your bed. Munch on them before getting up in the morning.

  • Don’t shift positions too quickly.

  • Suck on a peppermint or sniff sliced lemon if an odor bothers you.

  • Try motion sickness or acupressure wristbands.

Seek medical treatment for serious symptoms

Sometimes, nausea and vomiting can be severe, or last into the second trimester. Talk with your healthcare provider about other treatments. In some cases, hyperemesis gravidarum can happen. Women with this serious condition need treatment with medicine and intravenous (IV) fluids.  

 

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Nearly 75 percent of women experience nausea during pregnancy, usually during the first trimester. But you don't have to suffer. There are many ways to relieve morning sickness, says Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, ob-gyn, whether it strikes you morning, noon, or night (or all three).

Dr. Minkin suggests women ask their midwife or obstetrician about vitamin B6, either in pill form or as an injection if morning sickness is a concern; this is known as a "first-line therapy" amongst ob-gyns. Of course, pregnant women should talk to their prenatal care provider before taking any new medication.

Some other classic remedies that are safe for pregnant women according to The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG):

  • Ginger: The ACOG recommends ginger capsules, ginger capsules, ginger ale made with real ginger, and tea made with fresh-grated ginger for queasy stomachs. Eating first thing in the morning: Eat dry toast, crackers, or other bland, bready snacks before getting out of bed so you don't get nauseous moving around with an empty stomach.
  • Eating often: Pregnant women often find they're most nauseous when they're hungry. Snack at regular intervals or eat smaller and more frequent meals spread out throughout the day.
  • Protein: Adding protein to each meal or snack can help. It’s common for queasy pregnant women to have a natural aversion to meats, so consider nuts and nut butters, dairy, and protein powders/shakes, says the ACOG.
  • Bland foods: Whatever you can keep down, go with it, but the BRATT diet (bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, tea) is easy to digest.
  • Acupressure: Anecdotally, some women say that pressure to the P6 acupressure point (applied either with a "seasickness band" or by hand) has helped relieve their nausea. It's worth noting that there is no scientific evidence that this remedy works—but the ACOG says acupressure is safe to try if you'd like.

However you make it through this sometimes trying period, Dr. Minkin says that staying hydrated should be your first priority, especially during the summer months when you lose fluids more rapidly. If fluids are challenging to keep down, try popsicles, watermelon, cucumber, or citrus fruits that are naturally filled with water.

If you’re vomiting profusely to the point of dehydration, call your ob-gyn or other obstetric care provider. According to the ACOG, signs of dehydration to be concerned about include:

  • You are not able to urinate.
  • You pee a small amount of dark-colored urine.
  • Your heartbeat feels as if it's racing or pounding.
  • You feel faint or dizzy when you stand.
  • You can't drink liquids without vomiting.

A good rule of thumb is to contact your doctor if you can’t tolerate any liquid for 12 hours or any solids for 24 hours. Intravenous fluids and medications may be needed temporarily to keep you and your pregnancy healthy. Going forward, your doctors can prescribe many safe medications to help with nausea and vomiting.

If you are in the majority of women, however, who feel really queasy but aren’t throwing up excessively, you may want to try other remedies. In the meantime, you just want to feel better, right? And we’re here to help.

Keeping the criteria above in mind, we started by searching through thousands of posts in BabyCenter's Community, looking for the products moms-to-be say really help. Then we fed their recommendations to our expert editors for additional research and vetting. Read on to find the best pregnancy candies, the best magnesium lotion for pregnancy nausea, and more.

  • Best pregnancy nausea candy: Preggie Pop Drops
  • Best wrist band for pregnancy nausea: Psi Bands
  • Best morning sickness tea: Pink Stork Morning Sickness Ginger Orange Tea
  • Best nausea bracelet for pregnancy: Cease Sickness Anti Nausea Wristband
  • Best lozenges for nausea: Traditional Medicinals Morning Ease Anti-Nausea Lozenges
  • Best ginger candy for nausea: Pink Stork Morning Sickness Sweets
  • Best pregnancy snack for nausea: Blue Diamond Almond Nut Thins
  • Best aromatherapy for nausea relief: Basic Vigor Stomach Soother Aromatherapy Inhaler

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    The brand claims its "botanicals and essential oils" (which include ginger, citrus, lavender, and mint) relieve nausea, while critics say that Preggie Pop Drops are really just sour candies and green apple Jolly Ranchers work just as well. And yet there are legions of fans of these individually wrapped little drops, which come in four super-sour flavors per tin: lemon, green apple, raspberry, and tangerine. They taste good, and for some pregnant women, work. 

    Heads up

    These are good for the in-the-moment waves of nausea but they don’t help prevent nausea and the effects don’t last long after the candy is gone.

    Parents say

    "All-time fave. Worked better than ginger drops and instantly curbed any and all nausea I had. They work wonders."

    "They’re a little sour and make my tongue feel weird but it’s not unpleasant or bothersome! They’ve helped me so so much!"

    "If I'm just a bit nauseous it really helps but if I'm borderline puking then it doesn’t prevent it."

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    These adjustable, waterproof, and reusable bands use acupressure to provide drug-free relief from morning sickness. The bad news is that the only evidence these work is anecdotal; the good news is that there's no specific harm in trying them. They’re comfortable, adjustable, and waterproof, so you can go about your day without worry. Each set comes with two bands (one for each wrist), and are available in basic black and crystal clear, as well as pretty patterns. They're eligible for FSA and HSA healthcare account reimbursements, too.

    Heads up

    These are not great for long-term wear. Some users reported that it hurts their wrist after a few hours of wear, so you should take them on and off as you need them.

    Parents say

    "I ordered Psi Bands and within minutes of putting them on complete relief!!!!!!!! Today I felt so good I actually cleaned the house."

    "Psi Bands have really helped with my nausea."

    "Okay, my friend brought me Psi Bands today and I can tell a difference in how I feel! Like, I feel like a normal (tired) human again and can get off the couch!"

    "Psi Bands saved me. Completely took my nausea away in minutes."

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    • Choose from eight different colors and patterns
       

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    Herbal teas aren't regulated by the FDA, and some have been linked to pregnancy complications, so it's wise to check your choice by your healthcare provider and make sure ingredients are regarded as safe. If your doctor gives the go-ahead, this tea with caffeine-free rooibos, ginger, and natural peach flavoring is soothing, and many women claim it relieves their nausea. 

    Heads up

    The flavor is not for everyone.

    Parents say 

    "This tea was great. It tasted good and provided some relief."

    "Pink Stork makes a morning sickness tea that works wonders."

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    • Contains rooibos leaves, ginger, and peach flavoring
       

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    If you’re looking for an anti-nausea wearable that won't scream "pregnant lady trying not to barf," this stylish and functional bracelet is it. Like other anti-nausea wristbands, there's no research showing it works, but it can't hurt to give this method a try, and many women insist it works for them, placebo effect or what have you. This band looks like a regular beaded bracelet, but there's a larger bead on one side made for you to comfortably press on a spot on your inner wrist when you start feeling nauseous. It comes in nine pretty options, including faux turquoise, rustic black "lava" stones, and translucent moonstone.  

    Heads up

    These run on the small size, say users. 

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    Citrus and ginger are time-tested and safe remedies for nausea, and these organic lozenges are made with high-quality, pharmacopeia-grade herbs. The lozenges are non-GMO verified, and all the ingredients are certified organic. The candies are individually wrapped so you can keep some on you throughout the day (which fans say is crucial, because these work best to stave off impending nausea rather than combatting it when it's already taken hold). 

    Heads up

    They all taste the same so you can get sick of the same flavor.

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    These pregnancy-friendly organic candies are fortified with vitamin B6, which is a first-line therapy for treating pregnancy nausea, as Dr. Minkin tells us (you’ll want to note that it’s a supplement, so be sure to check with your doctor before eating these candies). Fans like the natural-tasting flavors, which include raspberry-ginger, mango-ginger, and peppermint, and that they're discreetly wrapped, so you can pop them in your pocket or your purse and take them on the go. They’re made in America without gluten, wheat, dairy, artificial sugars/sweeteners, soy, or genetically modified ingredients.

    Heads up

    Some complain that they had to eat multiple candies in order to feel any relief.

    Parents say

    "Ladies, I picked up Pink Stork Morning Sickness Sweets with B6 and boy, did it help, I ate dinner! Thanks again."

    "I swear by Pink Stork Morning sickness sweets. You can get them on Amazon."

    Specs

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    • Choose from three flavors: raspberry-ginger, mango-ginger, and peppermint
       

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    Eating frequently and reaching for protein-rich snacks may be the best way to stop morning sickness before it starts. These individually wrapped snacks are gluten-free, made from almonds, and contain 3 grams of protein, but you feel like you're eating a cracker! Keep them in your car and purse, and at your bedside.

    Heads up

    These crackers are a bit brittle and tend to break easily.

    Parents say

    "I found that eating plain foods and drinking lots of water helped. Also keeping these crackers by the bed and eating a few when I woke up and then waiting a few minutes before actually getting out of bed helped calm my stomach a bit."

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    Research on nausea and vomiting in pregnant women has only proven the efficacy of lemon as an anti-nausea agent, but there is some research to suggest that inhaled peppermint and ginger vapors soothe queasy stomachs, too, so if you’re dealing with occasional nausea, this is a great and convenient product to try. It's basically a little tube filled with a blend of essential oils: spearmint, peppermint, ginger, and lavender, to be exact. If you feel queasy, you open the tube and take a whiff. Sounds too easy to work, but many women find that the fresh scent can mask other odors that are making you uncomfortable, and can stave off sickness. The small tube is easy to carry with you, too. 

    Heads up

    These are great for a quick fix as you feel the nausea come on. It’s not great to prevent nausea from happening.

    Specs

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    • Includes 4 essential oils: spearmint, peppermint, ginger, and lavender
       
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ACOG. May 2020. American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Morning Sickness: Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy. https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/morning-sickness-nausea-and-vomiting-of-pregnancy [Accessed November 2021]

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Very often in the first trimester, the expectant mother feels weak, drowsy, she wants to lie down to rest, and sometimes she simply does not even have the strength to move. This, of course, is not toxicosis, but if such sensations arise, then they must be indulged so as not to inadvertently provoke another attack of nausea. Get plenty of rest and do not make any sudden movements, because even if you just fail to get up from a chair, you can provoke an attack of nausea. nine0003

Sleep with the windows open: the air in the bedroom should be fresh and cool. Go to bed on time, do not sit at midnight in front of the TV or at the computer, eliminate all irritating factors: an uncomfortable mattress, blanket, pillow, hard bedding - lack of sleep can respond with morning sickness.

eat right

Eat small meals, 5-6 times a day, or even more often. When you wake up, don't get out of bed right away. One of the most effective methods against toxicosis is breakfast in bed. In the evening, put crackers, yogurt, or any product that you can tolerate well next to your bed. Eat it before you get up, and then lie down for a while. Most likely, morning sickness will either not appear at all, or will be very weak. nine0003

Usually, in case of toxicosis, it is not recommended to eat fatty, smoked, salty, pickled, drink soda (the usual set of food hazards). But it is likely that some not very healthy product will now be well tolerated, and something from healthy food, on the contrary, will cause nausea. "Pregnant whims" - a cake with herring or pineapples at night - these are the requests of the body that it needs one or another component in food. For example, the desire to chew chalk is a sign of calcium deficiency. So eat what you like and what you want, within reason, of course. And if you don’t feel like something, even if this product is extremely useful and necessary, don’t eat it. If you feel sick from some dish, it means that the body signals you: I don’t need this now! nine0003

drink more often

Toxicosis may not be limited to nausea, some may also vomit. This means fluid is lost. Therefore, between meals, drink more often: a sip or two of mineral water or tea with lemon will help to cope with nausea and replenish lost fluids. But drink in small sips. Also, you should not drink food and you should give up soups for a while - a large amount of food drunk and eaten, on the contrary, only provokes nausea and vomiting.

breathe fresh air

Outdoor walks are good for everyone, but especially for toxicosis. Firstly, when walking, the blood of the expectant mother and baby is saturated with oxygen, which is very important for health, and secondly, walking calms the nervous system. Together, this helps to reduce the unpleasant symptoms of toxicosis. You need to walk at least two hours a day - but not just along the street, but in the place where the air is really fresh: in the forest, park, square, and best of all outside the city. Before you go out, think over the route: go away from gas-polluted highways, street cafes, food stalls and other "fragrant" places. nine0003

eliminate fragrances

Taste and smell preferences change during the first trimester. Now even your favorite perfumes can cause nausea, headaches and allergic reactions. Therefore, put away all fragrant cosmetics that irritate you: perfumes, deodorants, creams, and so on. You will have to stop using your favorite perfume for both your husband and loved ones. Explain to others that this is not a whim, but a temporary measure, very soon everything will return to normal. nine0003

And do not worry that now you will be left without your usual beauty products. Both the cosmetic store and the pharmacy are full of different creams, tonics, shampoos without fragrance or with a minimal smell.

work with yourself

Psychologists believe that the cause of toxicosis is not only in hormonal changes, but also in the psychological state of a woman. The more a woman experiences, the more anxieties and fears she has, the more pronounced toxicosis can be. Ideally, it is better to limit yourself during pregnancy from any stress. Of course, it’s not always possible to eliminate nervous work or crowding in public transport, but watch less TV, don’t read negative news and various pregnant “horror stories” on the Internet, and don’t react to minor or even major everyday troubles everyone can do. Therefore, if you are worried about toxicosis, create your own comfortable world during pregnancy. If you can’t cope on your own, contact a specialist (psychologist). Toxicosis is really well treated with psychotherapy. The main thing is that the expectant mother should want to get rid of her own anxiety. nine0003

No matter how unpleasant toxicosis is, it does not last forever. It is necessary to suffer until the beginning or (less often) the middle of the II trimester. And very soon all the unpleasant symptoms of toxicosis will remain in the past!

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Early toxicosis of pregnant women - causes and treatment

  2. Manifestation of early toxicosis
    3. nine0111 Causes of toxicosis in the early stages
  3. Severity of toxicosis during pregnancy
  4. How to manage morning sickness and relieve symptoms
  5. Principles of treatment of early toxicosis

Most women, having barely learned about the onset of pregnancy, are waiting for poor health, nausea and even vomiting. Indeed, early toxicosis often becomes a constant companion of many expectant mothers in the early stages of pregnancy. Is there any way to alleviate these unpleasant symptoms? nine0126

Toxicosis (and doctors call this condition gestosis) is a syndrome that is defined as a violation of a woman's adaptation to pregnancy. According to the time of occurrence, early preeclampsia is distinguished, which will be discussed in this article, and late preeclampsia, which appears in the last 2-3 months of pregnancy and is manifested by edema, increased blood pressure and the appearance of protein in the urine.

When early morning sickness begins in pregnancy

Early morning sickness usually occurs in the first half of pregnancy. As a rule, after the end of the formation of the placenta, that is, at 12-13 weeks of pregnancy, the phenomena of toxicosis stop. During a normal pregnancy, adaptive changes in the function of almost all organs and systems occur in a woman's body, which are regulated by the nervous system with the participation of endocrine glands. Toxicosis also occurs due to the impossibility of the adaptive mechanisms of the body of the expectant mother to adequately meet the needs of the developing fetus. nine0003

Manifestation of early toxicosis

The most common manifestation of toxicosis is vomiting. Other forms of early toxicosis are very rare:

  • pregnancy dermatosis is a group of skin diseases that occur during pregnancy and disappear after it. When it occurs in early pregnancy, dermatosis is caused by immune disorders in the body of a pregnant woman, and is also most often found in patients with diseases of the digestive and endocrine systems. The most common form of dermatoses of pregnancy is pruritus gravidarum, which can be on a small area of ​​the skin or spread throughout the body, including the feet and palms. nine0112
  • tetany (chorea) of pregnant women. This condition occurs when the function of the parathyroid glands decreases, as a result of which calcium metabolism in the body is disturbed. Clinically, the disease is manifested by muscle cramps, more often cramps occur in the fingers, sometimes in the muscles of the face.
  • salivation - increased secretion of saliva, in connection with which there is a large loss of fluid (up to 1 liter per day). Salivation can be an independent manifestation of toxicosis or accompany vomiting of pregnant women. In the development of salivation, not only changes in the central nervous system are important, but also local disturbances in the salivary glands and their ducts under the influence of hormonal changes. nine0112
  • bronchial asthma of pregnant women is an extremely rare form of preeclampsia.
  • osteomalacia of pregnancy - softening of the bones due to a violation of the metabolism of calcium and phosphorus, while the bones of the pelvis and spine are more often affected
  • neuropathy and psychopathy of pregnancy.

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Causes of toxicosis in the early stages

There are many theories trying to explain the causes and mechanisms of development of early toxicosis: the most recognized are the so-called neuro-reflex and immunological.

According to the neuro-reflex concept , vomiting occurs due to a violation of the relationship between the cerebral cortex and subcortical structures. During pregnancy, the subcortical centers of the brain begin to work more intensively than usual, which are responsible for most protective reflexes, including breathing and cardiac activity. In the same areas of the subcortical structures are the vomiting and salivary centers, the nuclei of the olfactory system of the brain. Excitation processes also capture them. Therefore, nausea and vomiting may be preceded by such phenomena as deepening of breathing, increased heart rate, an increase in the amount of saliva, pallor due to vasospasm, and a change in smell. nine0003

Immunological disorders play a certain role in the development of preeclampsia . The timing of the onset of vomiting usually coincides with the formation of blood circulation in the placenta, increased reproduction of white blood cells - lymphocytes, which are involved in immune reactions. The fetus is foreign to the mother's body, and her immune system reacts to it in this way. After the full maturation of the placenta, which accumulates all these immune cells, toxicosis usually disappears.

Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) plays a certain role in the development of vomiting in pregnant women. This hormone is produced by the placenta during pregnancy. Its high concentration can provoke vomiting.

The severity of toxicosis during pregnancy

The main symptom of early toxicosis of pregnant women is vomiting. Depending on the frequency of its occurrence, as well as the degree of metabolic disorders in the body of the expectant mother, doctors distinguish three degrees of severity of vomiting during pregnancy. nine0003

How to manage morning sickness and relieve symptoms

Treatment for mild morning sickness is usually done at home. But, nevertheless, a pregnant woman should be under the supervision of doctors, take all the tests recommended by the doctor, and follow the appointments. This will allow the doctor to monitor the condition of the future mother's body and prevent possible complications in time. A woman needs to organize a normal sleep and rest regimen, walks in the fresh air, a calm atmosphere in the family are shown. nine0003

Proper nutrition

You need to eat small portions, fractionally, every 2-3 hours. Food should be easily digestible, high-calorie and fortified whenever possible. In connection with a decrease in appetite, they recommend varied and pleasant food for the expectant mother, that is, products are selected taking into account the desires of the pregnant woman, with the exception of spicy dishes and smoked meats. It is important to remember that very hot or very cold food often induces vomiting, so the dishes should be warm. Reception of alkaline mineral waters in small volumes 5-6 times a day is shown. nine0003

If nausea and vomiting occur in the morning, immediately after waking up, it is recommended to have breakfast while lying in bed without getting up. For breakfast, you can eat dry crackers, crackers, drink tea or water with lemon, light yogurt is allowed. It is better to put all this next to the bed in advance or ask someone to bring breakfast.

Every woman chooses for herself a remedy that helps to fight nausea. Someone helps a slice of orange, lemon or apple, some expectant mothers carry crackers or mint sweets with them to alleviate the symptoms of toxicosis. Pumpkin juice has a good antiemetic effect. Many pregnant women benefit from ginger tea. It is prepared very simply:

ginger root finely chopped or grated on a coarse grater is poured with boiling water and infused for 15-20 minutes. Tea can be drunk warm or chilled, adding lemon, mint or honey to it.

Fats and proteins of animal origin are recommended to be consumed in the morning, when pancreatic enzymes are more active. Dairy products are best eaten after dinner or before bed.

Do not use food with preservatives, broiler meat, fast food, fast food. nine0003

To maintain metabolic processes in the body, it is advisable to drink 2-2.5 liters of fluid per day. With increased vomiting, it is not recommended to consume solid and liquid food at the same time. Liquids should not be drunk 30 minutes before and within 1.5 hours after eating, as this provokes vomiting by stretching the walls of the stomach and affecting the receptors.

Decoctions and infusions

Oat broth

As an enveloping agent, that is, a substance that forms a mucous film and prevents irritation of receptors on the walls of the stomach and intestines, oat broth is recommended. It is prepared as follows: 2-3 tbsp. spoons of oat grains are washed, pour 500-700 ml of water, boil over low heat under a lid for 30 minutes. The broth is drained, the grains are crushed and poured with new water and boiled until fully cooked. The resulting mass is crushed with a blender. You need to use the decoction on an empty stomach and in the evening before going to bed, but not earlier than 2 hours after dinner, and also throughout the day in small portions. nine0211 It has a particularly good effect in combination with rosehip infusion.

Rosehip infusion

This infusion is a good source of vitamins and microelements - it contains vitamins C, K, P and PP, potassium, manganese, iron, and helps to normalize the function of the gallbladder. To prepare it, you need 1 tbsp. pour a spoonful of crushed rose hips with 250 ml of boiling water and insist in a thermos for about 2 hours.
The following infusions and decoctions contribute to reducing nausea and improving the condition of the expectant mother. nine0003

Phytonast

Take equally: valerian root, common anise fruits, fireweed leaves, linden flowers, marigold flowers, common blueberry shoots, blood red hawthorn fruits. 1 st. Pour 500 ml of boiling water over a spoonful of the mixture ground in a coffee grinder and insist in a thermos for 2 hours, then strain. Take the infusion as needed, up to 6 times a day in a heated form, 1/3 cup.

Benediktov's collection

To prepare this collection you will need: common yarrow (10 g), peppermint herb (20 g), shepherd's purse herb (20 g), valerian officinalis rhizomes (10 g), calendula officinalis inflorescences (20 g) and inflorescences of chamomile officinalis (20 g). Pour 10 g of the mixture with 400 ml of water, soak in a water bath for 30 minutes, strain. Take 50 ml 6 times a day for 25 days, three courses with 15-day breaks. nine0003

Viburnum with honey

Grind 2 tbsp. tablespoons of fresh viburnum berries, pour 250 ml of boiling water over them, heat for 10 minutes in a water bath, strain, add a little honey. Take 1/3 cup of warm infusion before meals 3-4 times a day.

Cranberries with mint, honey and lemon

Squeeze the juice from 250 g of cranberries, cool it, boil the pulp in 1 liter of water, add 1 tbsp. a spoonful of mint leaves and leave for 15 minutes under the lid. Strain, dissolve in a hot broth 2-3 tbsp. tablespoons of honey, let cool to room temperature, add chilled cranberry juice and a slice of lemon. Drink 0.5 cup after meals or when nausea occurs. nine0003

Rose hips with apples

Crushed rose hips (about 1 tbsp) pour 250 ml of boiling water, add 0.5 tbsp. tablespoons of dried apples, heat in a water bath for 15-20 minutes. This drink can be consumed throughout the day instead of tea.

Rosehip with garden berries

To make a drink you will need: 1 tbsp. a spoonful of rose hips, 1 tbsp. spoon of raspberries, 1 tbsp. spoon of blackcurrant leaves, 1 tbsp. a spoonful of lingonberry leaves. 2 tbsp. spoons of the mixture pour 500 ml of boiling water, boil for 5 minutes, leave for 1 hour, strain. Take 100 ml of decoction 3 times a day. nine0003

Therapeutic exercise

Among non-drug treatments, exercise therapy has a good effect. The complex of exercises includes walking, deep breathing with stretching of the muscles of the trunk and limbs. It is necessary to exclude inclinations, they can increase nausea. The complex includes dynamic exercises for training the muscles of the arms, legs, relaxation exercises. Remedial gymnastics also includes training in breathing techniques. As a result, the body is saturated with oxygen, the excitability of the vomiting center decreases - toxicosis is relieved. nine0003

Physiotherapeutic procedures

Physiotherapeutic procedures for the treatment of early toxicosis include electrosleep, acupuncture, laser therapy . Electrosleep is a method that uses low frequency currents to induce sleep. The duration of the procedure is from 60 to 90 minutes, the course of treatment is 6-8 sessions.

Laser therapy

In the complex therapy of early toxicosis, blood is irradiated with a helium-neon laser through a light guide passed through a needle placed in the cubital vein. The procedure lasts 15-20 minutes. The therapeutic effect is achieved due to the influence of the laser on blood cells, changes in its properties, accumulation of biologically active substances in the blood. As a result, the metabolism in cells changes, the resistance of tissues and the body to adverse conditions increases, and the vitality increases. nine0003

Acupuncture, acupuncture

These are methods of treatment based on irritation of biologically active points and zones on the body and face. With early toxicosis, such an effect changes the tone of the nervous system of a pregnant woman. A session of acupuncture is carried out 1-2 times a week and lasts 15-30 minutes.

With morning sickness and vomiting of pregnant women, the method of acupressure is effective. To do this, you need to press your finger on a point that is located on the inside of the wrist, in the middle, 3 transverse fingers above the palm. nine0003

Aromatherapy

The use of plant aromas has a positive effect on the expectant mother and baby. By inhaling pleasant aromas, you can achieve a good psychological effect, create a good mood, and reduce the effects of toxicosis. During pregnancy, aroma lamps, aroma medallions, pads - sachets are mainly used. To relieve nausea and vomiting, oils of noble laurel, lemon, lavender, cardamom present, dill, lemon balm, peppermint, anise, eucalyptus, ginger are suitable. To flavor the air, you can use the following mixture 0 3 drops of lavender oil, 1 drop of peppermint oil, 1 drop of eucalyptus oil. nine0003

Principles of treatment of early toxicosis

Even with a mild course of early toxicosis of pregnant women, the attending physician will definitely prescribe a number of tests - a general blood test, a general urinalysis, a biochemical blood test, a hemostasiogram. This is necessary to control the condition of a pregnant woman and to timely prescribe medications to correct the changes that occur in the body.

If non-drug remedies are ineffective, the doctor prescribes medications that help fight toxicosis. First of all, these are herbal sedatives, homeopathic medicines for nausea, vitamin B6 preparations, antiemetics. nine0003

If, despite all therapy, vomiting increases, the doctor detects changes in blood and urine tests, and body weight continues to progressively decrease, hospitalization is indicated.

The hospital provides intravenous infusion of medicines that restore fluid, trace elements and proteins lost by the body. A pregnant woman receives at least 2-2. 5 liters of fluid intravenously per day.

To improve blood flow through the placenta and improve oxygen supply to the fetus, oxygen therapy can be prescribed - inhalation of an oxygen-air mixture for 20-30 minutes twice a day. nine0003

Most often, the effects of toxicosis gradually decrease by 12-13 weeks of pregnancy.

Mild

Mild vomiting on an empty stomach or after meals occurs 3 to 5 times a day. Despite vomiting, part of the food is still retained and significant weight loss is not observed in such pregnant women. The general condition does not suffer significantly, there are no changes in blood and urine tests. Such vomiting is easily treatable with various non-drug means, and often resolves on its own after the normalization of the diet and rest. nine0003

Moderate vomiting

Moderate vomiting (or moderate vomiting) is expressed in the increase in vomiting up to 10 times a day, regardless of food intake. Characterized by persistent nausea. There comes dehydration of the body, a decrease in body weight by 3-5 kg ​​(6% of the initial weight). The general condition of pregnant women worsens. Expectant mothers complain of weakness, apathy, tearfulness, sometimes depression. The skin is pale, dry, the tongue is covered with a white coating, yellowness of the skin may be noted.

Excessive vomiting

The severe form (excessive pregnancy vomiting) is rare. The frequency of vomiting up to 20 times a day or more. Excessive vomiting is characterized by severe dehydration and intoxication. This condition can occur as a continuation of moderate vomiting of pregnant women or initially acquire a severe character. With excessive vomiting, body weight decreases rapidly, on average by 2-3 kg per week, the skin becomes dry and flabby, subcutaneous fat quickly disappears, the tongue and lips are dry, there is a smell of acetone from the mouth, body temperature can rise up to 38 degrees. Vomiting of moderate and severe degrees is treated in a hospital.

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