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The Secret To Controlling Morning Sickness
During the first trimester of pregnancy, and for some throughout the entire pregnancy, nausea, retching, and vomiting due to morning sickness is a reality. Morning sickness can happen at any time. You could be shopping, visiting a friend, or just taking a walk around the neighborhood—the nausea associated with morning sickness does not care where you are or what you are doing. This not so pleasant feeling can turn your entire day upside down. To help get your day back on track within minutes, there is a drug-free technology that controls the nausea from morning sickness—the Reliefband® wearable device. Originally developed for use in hospitals, the Reliefband® technology sends gentle pulses on the underside of your wrist, then uses the body’s own natural neural pathways to control nausea associated with morning sickness. Clinically proven and recommended by nurses and OB/GYNs, Reliefband® is the choice of many pregnant women to help them feel better. Since it is drug-free, you won’t have the side effects of safety issues associated with medications. Scientifically studied, Reliefband® provides a drug-free, clinically proven solution that may help you get your day back on track. Try it for yourself or give Reliefband® to someone you love to control the nausea associated with their morning sickness or motion sickness.
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Morning Sickness Beyond Three Months
Giving birth and raising a child—there’s nothing like it, right? Starting or growing your family is what it’s all about. Humans are tribal by nature and we all want to be a part of a clan, our own clan. Pregnancy, on the other hand, can feel isolating. Your partner wants to help, your parents fuss and make casseroles, but at the end of the day, it’s you and Herbert or Harriet, your baby-to-be. Morning sickness, the nausea and (sometimes) vomiting that strikes multiple times throughout the day, can be pretty awful. But it’s considered by many doctors to be an indication that the placenta is developing as it should, so it’s a good thing. To the doctors, it’s a good thing. To you, not so much. The better news is that typically it’s gone after about 12 weeks, except when it’s not. Some pregnant women experience morning sickness during their entire pregnancy. There are a few things you can do to get through morning sickness, whether it lasts for 12 weeks or 40 weeks: Keep plain crackers by your bed and munch on them before you get up in the morning, or anytime during the night if you’re feeling peckish. Eat five to seven small meals spaced out over the day. Stay hydrated! Don’t stay in stuffy areas, and keep the air moving by opening a window or turning on a fan. Put on your Reliefband® before you get out of bed in the morning, and anytime you feel a hint of nausea coming on. Morning sickness can be managed, and the symptoms of nausea and vomiting can be prevented or treated by wearing a Reliefband®. You will at some point stop feeling nauseous and deliver Herbert or Harriet! One thing to consider: If your morning sickness seems excessive – you keep vomiting and food just won’t stay down – contact your healthcare provider. You may have hyperemesis gravidarum, and that requires medical attention.
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The Waiting Game!
Those last two weeks of pregnancy — after months of body changes, excitement, and even trepidation — seem to last forever! But eventually, even the most stubborn baby is ready to meet the world. Have patience, parents. Baby’s on the way:)
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Morning Sickness Can Be Beat!
Morning sickness comes with pregnancy. But, we don’t have to let it stick around! ReliefBand helps control the symptoms, allowing you to get back to enjoying life.
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It’s Spring And Baby’s On The Way!
Spring is full of promise and hope and all good things. We wish you the very best experience with your pregnancy and hope you’ll send pictures when baby arrives!
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Telling Your Best Friend
In the early days of pregnancy, we feel a deep wonder and even awe at the fact that we’re going to have a baby. Right up until morning sickness strikes, then we’re basically wondering how to stop the ick. Take back your life, and enjoy the awesomeness of pregnancy.
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Goodbye Morning Sickness
You’re pregnant! It’s a happy time, filled with plans, a rapidly changing body, and not a little anxiety. When morning sickness shows up, it’s not a welcome guest. So, what do you do? Have a nosh every three hours, or so. Stomachs do better with a bit of food in them when it comes to fighting nausea. Don’t choose greasy or fatty foods. Proteins are good, and basic crackers or plain carbs fill the space without causing too much upset. Try to keep air blowing toward your face, even a little breeze helps. Stay hydrated—it’s important for general health and if you are vomiting occasionally, it’s even more critical that you keep those fluids incoming. Ginger is known to help combat nausea. If you like the taste, find ways to incorporate it into your routine, maybe drink ginger tea or ginger ale as part of your hydration process. We can’t finish a list like this without mentioning ReliefBand. Many women find that it helps control the symptoms of morning sickness. Whatever you plan to try, talk with your provider to see if she has any suggestions and to make her aware of your plans. We wish you a happy and nausea-free pregnancy! Image courtesy of flickr/gareth1953
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Take A Pass On Morning Sickness
Are you looking forward to getting pregnant, but not to morning sickness? Of course! No one wants to experience nausea and vomiting at any time, and definitely not during the days and months that are supposed to be filled with joy. But, for many, morning sickness is just going to happen. Typically, it starts a few weeks into the pregnancy and is over by the beginning of the fourth month. We all have friends or family members who did not experience a “typical” pregnancy. For them, morning sickness was a constant companion during the majority of the 40 weeks. Ugh. The statistics jump all over the place, but most women will experience morning sickness. Some healthcare professionals believe that morning sickness is a good sign, as it indicates a strong pregnancy, so that’s a plus . . . right? If you end up in the majority and have morning sickness, there are things you can do to alleviate the nausea. We recommend that you start out by wearing a ReliefBand, because, you know, that’s who we are and we know that it works for a lot of pregnant women. Also, eating a little bit several times a day seems to help. It’s enough to keep the stomach acids from getting to you but not so much that you’re stuffed and uncomfortable. Eat foods that make sense – nothing greasy or fatty. And nothing too smelly – food smells can bring on the nausea. Make sure you get plenty of fluids throughout the day. It helps to stay hydrated. Some people put lemon slices in their water or tea because they feel it helps with the nausea. Ginger is a favorite of those experiencing nausea from motion or morning sickness. Ginger tea might do the trick. There’s a form of extreme morning sickness called hyperemesis gravidarum. If you have any questions or concerns about what you’re experiencing during pregnancy, call your healthcare provider to discuss your symptoms. Morning sickness is normal, but hyperemesis gravidarum can put you in the hospital. Don’t hesitate to talk to someone if your nausea is too much. Image courtesy of Pixabay
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