Fatigue during early pregnancy

Many women have told me that they often feel uncomfortable in the early stages of pregnancy. The most common of these is fatigue in early pregnancy. In fact, this situation is caused by endocrine changes, so don’t take it too seriously. If the doctor has no other instructions during the prenatal check-up, you can eat more fresh vegetables, soybeans and other foods in your daily life.

The first trimester refers to the period from the first week to the thirteenth week of pregnancy. In the early stages of pregnancy, pregnant women will have stronger symptoms, and some pregnant women begin to experience early pregnancy reactions (fatigue, weakness, drowsiness, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, etc.).

1. Lie down and get enough rest. When you feel like vomiting, you might as well lie down. This method can effectively relieve morning sickness. You can also use a pregnancy pillow to protect your back and stomach and ensure a good night's sleep.

2. Eat small, frequent meals. Eating a small amount in the morning can prevent nausea and vomiting. Keep some nutritious and appetizing snacks around you so that you can eat whenever you feel hungry. This method can reduce morning sickness.

3. Eat more original foods. In the early stages of pregnancy, you can eat more foods rich in carbohydrates, such as soda crackers, bananas, etc. In addition, white rice, plain yogurt, lemonade, watermelon, etc. can also reduce morning sickness. Avoid fatty, greasy, spicy, and fried foods, which can irritate your already fragile digestive system.

4. Have a snack. Place some simple snacks, such as cookies, by your bed. When you wake up, eat a few cookies and rest for 20-30 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.

5. Adjust the temperature of your drink. If you feel like vomiting when you see a hot drink, try a cold drink instead. Conversely, if cold drinks make you want to vomit more, switch to hot drinks. Try eating foods that are cool or at room temperature, as the smell of these foods is not as strong as hot foods.

6. Smell the lemon. Cut open a fresh lemon and smell or lick it. The refreshing scent and sour taste of lemon can help many expectant mothers relieve morning sickness. Put a few drops of lemon on a handkerchief and use it as an emergency measure when you smell an unpleasant odor.