🌿 Managing Morning Sickness (and When It’s More Than That)
Morning sickness is one of the most common symptoms of early pregnancy, often starting around week six and easing off by week 12–14. For many, it’s uncomfortable but manageable. For others, it can feel overwhelming, exhausting, and all-consuming.
But there’s also another side to this story: some people worry when they don’t have sickness. Let’s talk about both. 🌿
🌸 The Everyday Ups and Downs
Nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy can fluctuate from day to day. You might feel fine one morning, then sick by the afternoon. Or have a good week followed by a rough one. This is normal — hormones shift constantly, and symptoms aren’t always consistent.
🤍 When There’s Little (or No) Morning Sickness
It can feel unsettling when you don’t experience morning sickness at all, or when it suddenly eases. Anxiety may creep in: “Does this mean something’s wrong with my pregnancy?”
The truth is: many healthy pregnancies don’t include morning sickness.
The presence (or absence) of nausea isn’t a reliable indicator of your baby’s wellbeing. 🌼 If you’re worried, the best thing you can do is reach out to your midwife or GP for reassurance.
🌿 Tips to Help Ease Symptoms
🍞 Eat small, frequent snacks instead of big meals
🛏️ Keep a light snack (like crackers) by your bed for before you get up
💧 Sip water or iced drinks slowly throughout the day
🍵 Ginger or peppermint tea can help soothe queasiness
😴 Rest when you can, and try to reduce exposure to strong smells
🌬️ Use gentle breathing or relaxation techniques when the anxiety of feeling sick (or not feeling sick) builds up
🚨 When It Might Be More Than Morning Sickness
For some, sickness goes beyond “normal.” This condition is called Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) — a severe, persistent form of nausea and vomiting that requires medical care.
Seek support if you:
❌ Can’t keep food or fluids down
🌀 Feel dehydrated (dizzy, very dark urine, dry mouth)
⚖️ Are losing weight rapidly
😵 Feel too weak or exhausted to function
If this sounds like you, don’t wait — contact your GP, midwife, or maternity unit. HG is not something you should try to manage alone.
🌈 Remember
Every pregnancy is different. Some people feel sick constantly, some occasionally, and some not at all. None of these scenarios define the health of your baby.
If you’re worried, don’t sit with the anxiety in silence. Reach out, ask questions, and get reassurance. 🫶
You are not alone in this — support is there for you. 🌸
Lizzie x