11 Tips To Control Nausea During Your Pregnancy!

Pregnancy is a series of physiological changes that occur in 9 months. And the most annoying change during this time that a woman faces is nauseated condition and vomiting. And almost every pregnant woman googled the remedies to control this nausea. So, this article helps you to find out the easiest and effected remedies to control nausea.

First, you should consult your gynecologist for seeking help in this regard. But if your OBGYN asks you to control it with home remedies and diet routines, you can follow these tips. You can consult the best gynecologist in Karachi through Marham.

Here are some remedies that can cure your nausea during pregnancy;

Dried plums/ prunes:

They are the best remedy to control your nausea. Dip one or two prunes in water and put it in the fridge overnight. Drink that water and suck the fruit slowly. This relieves your nausea and vomiting. You can do this in the morning or any time of the day when you feel nauseated.

Ginger:

Ginger is also an effective remedy to control nausea during pregnancy. You can take ginger tea or mix a few drops of ginger juice into honey to alleviate your nausea. Ginger has some natural ingredients that enhance your digestion and helps in controlling nausea.

Lemon:

Lemon is also a good remedy when comes to nausea in pregnancy. But you should not take it in a large amount as it may reduce your body weight. So, you can take it occasionally, like in the form of lemon juice or a few drops with your meal.

Peppermint aromatherapy:

You can do aromatherapy during your pregnancy. It calms your body and mind and helps in controlling nausea. You can also take peppermint tea but again not in large amounts, as it reduces the body fat. That you don’t want to lose during your pregnancy.

Use of vitamin B6 supplement:

You can take vitamin B6 to control your nausea as it is suggested to have anti-nausea abilities. They can be considered as the first line of treatment during early pregnancy nausea. And it is safe to use in pregnancy.

Breathing techniques:

A special type of breathing pattern is used to control nausea. inhale air through your nostrils and count till 3 and then slowly exhale through your mouth. In this way, you control your breathing pattern and reduce nausea.

Take iron supplements with caution:

Try to avoid iron supplements in the first trimester of your pregnancy if you are not iron deficient. And if it Is necessary to take iron supplements, take it with orange juice that helps in the absorption of iron and reduces the chances of nausea.

Avoid oily and spicy foods:

Oily and spicy foods enhance indigestion. And this increase nausea and acidity. Try to take spices like fennel, cumin, and cinnamon. These spices help in digestion and reduce nausea.

Small meals after small intervals:

Avoid large meals rather than take small portions of meals after small intervals. This helps in digesting your food properly. And reduce the chance of nausea.

Avoid strong smells:

Whether pleasant or bad, avoid strong smells. Your olfactory (smell) center in the brain has some connection with your nausea. that’s why pregnant women feel nauseated due to strong smells.

Do exercise and keep yourself busy:

Try to keep yourself active and busy. This helps in reducing nausea and enhance your digestion process.

These are some of the tips to control your nausea during pregnancy. If your condition becomes worse or dehydrated, you should immediately consult your gynecologist.

And in this time of the pandemic, you can now consult your doctors online through Marham mobile app or website.  

Likewise, read: Solid Reasons to See a Gynecologist!