How to relieve severe morning sickness?
Morning sickness is very common during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester. During this period, approximately 80% of pregnant women experience nausea and vomiting. If morning sickness is severe, it may affect the health of the mother and fetus. So, how to relieve severe morning sickness? The following aspects can be used as a reference for pregnant women.
Maintain good eating habits
Pregnant women should pay attention to their eating habits during pregnancy and avoid spicy, greasy, and heavy-flavored foods. It is best to eat a light diet and eat as little irritating foods as possible. Also, stay nourished by eating multiple smaller meals rather than eating too much at once. Avoid drinking too much coffee, tea and drinks as these may make morning sickness worse.
Eating habits during pregnancy have an important impact on the health of the fetus, so pregnant women should try to avoid some bad eating habits, such as eating too many snacks, fried foods, etc. In addition, if a pregnant woman is underweight or overweight, it will also affect the degree of morning sickness. Therefore, maintaining a proper weight can reduce the symptoms of morning sickness.
Exercise and rest
During pregnancy, proper exercise and adequate rest are very important for the health of pregnant women. Exercise can help increase muscle tone, promote blood circulation and metabolism, thereby reducing the discomfort of morning sickness. However, it should be noted that when pregnant women choose exercise methods, it is best to choose some simple and slow physical activities, such as walking, yoga, etc., and avoid strenuous exercise to avoid discomfort.
Rest is also very important, especially in the first three months of pregnancy, try to ensure 8 hours of sleep. Proper rest can help reduce symptoms of morning sickness in pregnant women by improving the body\’s immunity and reducing feelings of stress and fatigue.
Massage and acupuncture
Massage and acupuncture are very beneficial ways to relieve the discomfort of morning sickness in pregnant women. According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, morning sickness is caused by Qi deficiency and dampness, spleen and stomach disharmony, etc. Massage and acupuncture can be used to soothe the body, improve spleen and stomach function, and alleviate the symptoms of morning sickness.
There are many ways to massage, such as pressing slightly firmly in the center of your fingers, or even using a professional massager. If you want to try acupuncture, it is recommended to go to a regular hospital or acupuncture institution to avoid unexpected situations.
Drug treatment
If morning sickness is severe and cannot be relieved by the above methods, drug treatment may be considered. However, to choose harmless drugs, you must follow your doctor\’s advice and strictly control the dosage and frequency of use. Avoid some drugs that have side effects, especially those that may affect the fetus.
All in all, morning sickness is a common phenomenon during pregnancy, and pregnant women do not need to worry too much. If the symptoms of morning sickness are mild, they can be relieved by adjusting eating habits, exercising, massage, and acupuncture. However, if morning sickness has seriously affected your health and life, it is recommended to go to the hospital for consultation and treatment as soon as possible.
