What are the methods for pregnant women to relieve vomiting?

Some pregnant women have very obvious vomiting symptoms during pregnancy, and because of excessive vomiting, they can't eat normally at all, because they will vomit as soon as they eat. However, the body needs much more nutrition during pregnancy than at other times, so what should we do? In other words, what are the ways for pregnant women to relieve vomiting?

1. Don’t force yourself.

Try to avoid foods or smells that might make you feel sick. If you feel like you're nauseated no matter what you eat, don't worry. Eat things that whet your appetite, even if they don't give you a balanced diet. No matter what it is, eating a little is better than eating a large meal and then throwing it all up.

2. Vitamin B6.

Although it's not known why vitamin B6 may help relieve morning sickness, you may want to ask your doctor if you can take it. Some expectant mothers find it effective. The recommended dose of vitamin B6 is 1.9 mg per day, but if your vomiting symptoms are severe, your doctor may also have you take a dose of 10 to 25 mg three times a day. Do not take vitamin B6 or any other supplement without consulting your doctor.

If all other methods of relieving morning sickness don't work for you, you can ask your doctor to prescribe anti-nausea medication that is safe to take during pregnancy.

3. A small snack at night.

Place some simple snacks such as cookies by your bed. When you wake up, you can eat a few cookies first, then rest for 20 to 30 minutes before getting up. If you wake up in the middle of the night feeling nauseous, you can also eat some cookies to relieve the pain.

4. Eat small meals frequently.

Or eat some snacks at any time and don't let your stomach be empty for a moment (an empty stomach is the easiest to cause nausea). Also, eat bland foods that are rich in protein, which can help curb nausea. But, all in all, you still have to eat something that can whet your appetite.

5. Avoid high fat.

Avoid eating high-fat foods as they take longer to digest. Avoid greasy, spicy, sour, and fried foods, which can irritate your already fragile digestive system.

6. Drink water in small sips.

Don't drink too much! Although drinking water is very important to prevent dehydration, don't drink it all at once and fill your stomach, because then your stomach will not be able to hold other anti-vomiting foods. If you vomit frequently, try a sports drink that contains glucose, salt, and potassium to help replace lost electrolytes.

7. Eat cold food.

Try eating foods that are cool or at room temperature, as the smell of these foods is not as strong as hot foods.

8. Try foods containing ginger.

Studies show that ginger can make your stomach feel better. Make yourself a cup of ginger tea by chopping up some ginger and brewing it with hot water. Ginger candy is also a good choice!

9. Wear an acupoint wristband.

You can buy this soft cotton wristband at the drugstore. It was originally designed to prevent seasickness, but pregnant women can also wear it to prevent morning sickness. The wearing method is: tie the wristband tightly around your wrist, and the plastic "buckle" on the wristband will gently press on an acupuncture point on the inside of the wrist, which can inhibit the vomiting center in the brain. You can also consult your doctor and wear an electronic wristband, which looks like a watch and uses a weak electric current to stimulate the corresponding acupuncture points. It is safe, and studies have shown that it is effective for some pregnant women.

10. Avoid taking pregnancy vitamins on an empty stomach.

Instead of taking your prenatal vitamins in the morning on an empty stomach, try taking them with food or at night before bed. You can also ask your doctor if you can temporarily switch to a pregnancy supplement that contains less iron, since your fragile digestive system is already having a hard time tolerating this mineral.

The ten methods introduced above can greatly relieve vomiting in pregnant women. However, the most important thing is that pregnant women should maintain a good attitude, because a good mood is good for both the pregnant woman herself and the baby in her belly. Moreover, the expectant father should also take good care of the expectant mother and not make her angry easily, otherwise it will cause miscarriage, which is not good.