What Can I Do About Morning Sickness?

Eat small, frequent meals throughout the day. This can help to keep your stomach from getting too empty, which can trigger nausea.

Snack on dry foods, such as crackers, toast, or cereal, as soon as you wake up to help settle your stomach.

Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration, which can worsen morning sickness. However, avoid drinking too much water all at once, as this can also trigger nausea.

Get plenty of rest. When you are well-rested, your body is better able to cope with stress, including morning sickness.

Avoid foods and drinks that tend to trigger your morning sickness. Common triggers include greasy or spicy foods, caffeine, and alcohol.

Take over-the-counter medications for morning sickness, such as ginger, Vitamin B6, or a combination of doxylamine and pyridoxine (Diclegis).

Talk to your doctor if your morning sickness is severe or does not improve after trying the above tips. You may need to be prescribed medication to manage your symptoms.

Here are some additional tips that may help you manage morning sickness:

- Get some fresh air. Go for a walk, sit on your porch, or open a window to let in some cool, fresh air.

- Take a bath. Taking a warm bath can help to relax your body and mind, which may help to reduce nausea.

- Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Tight clothing can put pressure on your stomach and make nausea worse.

- Talk to someone you trust. Talking about your feelings can help you to feel better and less isolated.

- Join a support group for women experiencing morning sickness. This can help you to connect with other women who are going through the same thing and to learn coping strategies.