Get plenty of rest, but move around during the day too.
Stay hydrated with cold and icy water, sports drinks, or carbonated non-caffeinated beverages.
Use ginger or peppermint tea/candy
Low blood sugar can exacerbate nausea, so trying to keep blood sugar up is important. Keep snacks at your bedside to eat as soon as you wake up. Try to take in protein and fiber that will keep blood sugar levels steady.
Eat foods that appeal to you-using good judgment of course. Bland foods are often best, rather than spicy or fatty.
Take your prenatal vitamin at a time of day when you feel good, and with a larger meal. Gummy prenatal vitamins are often easier on your stomach than pills.
Try anti-nausea wrist bands
Some feel relief from anti-nausea medication prescribed by their doctor.
Some doctors will advise taking Vitamin B6. Always consult your doctor first.
Morning sickness is a side effect that you may not find much relief from until it goes away naturally. In those cases, take one day at a time, and know that your precious bundle will be worth it all!
If you have severe nausea and vomiting, you may actually have Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG). See our HG blog post for education and support for this.