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Mom to Mom: Feeling a Little Queasy?

When they said you might have morning sickness, you never dreamed it would be like this, did you? During the first three months, it's perfectly normal to feel queasy and sick, not only in the morning, but anytime during the day or night.

Here are several remedies for morning sickness. You may have to try a few until you find one that works for you, but don't give up!

  • Put a piece of bread or a few crackers next to the bed to eat before you get up in the morning, or when you feel nauseated.
  • Get out of bed slowly and avoid sudden movements.
  • Suck on a fresh lemon or inhale its scent.
  • Eat small meals throughout the day so your stomach isn't empty for long periods.
  • Eat high-protein and complex carbohydrate foods, fruit and fruit juices to prevent low blood sugar that can cause nausea.
  • Drink soups and other liquids between meals, rather than with meals.
  • Avoid greasy or fried foods, which are hard to digest and may cause nausea.
  • Stick to lightly seasoned foods and avoid spicy ones.
  • Sip carbonated water or ginger ale when you feel nauseated.
  • Take a short walk or sleep with a window open to get fresh air.10

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10 "Month by Month Pregnancy Guide," Sutter Health System Web site at www.babies.sutterhealth.org

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