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How to Overcome Morning Sickness

There is nothing more beautiful than the journey of becoming the mother

The joy of nurturing life within you can sometimes be overshadowed by the challenges that come with it. One of the worst happiness killers is morning sickness. Doctors of  IVF in Dubai estimate that morning sickness is experienced by 70% of women in the early stages of pregnancy. Some feel sick the entire day, while most get green skin after waking up.

 

If you have morning sickness, some tips suggested by gynecology treatments could help stop them and improve your condition.

 

Destress Your Mind

 

Morning sickness is not just a result of your physical changes but also emotional. Try to relax and enjoy and avoid overthinking about your day ahead. Take some time off, as you deserve every ounce of care you can get. Your pregnancy calculator tells you that your body’s working overtime, so give yourself a break and rest as much as you can.

 

Avoid Nauseous Smells

 

Most times, morning sickness is associated with smells. Certain smells can turn your tummy and make you nauseous, back out of the room where these smells prevail. If you can’t get an outlet, sniff some pleasant scents you should carry with you. Lemon extract is just as effective as fresh rosemary. These sniffles will prove to be a barrier between you and the vile odor.

 

Identify Your Nausea Patterns

 

Although your sickness may seem immediate and random, it almost always has a pattern. Be observant of your surroundings while it’s happening to you. It might be the smell of your neighbors’ cooking or a garbage truck passing. Once you identify the triggers, it will be easier to avoid them. Morning sickness is usually severe in the early months of pregnancy. Check your pregnancy calculator to see how long it is expected to go on.

 

Identifying the Food triggers

 

Gynecology treatments specialists are of the view that getting an adequate amount of water inside your body is essential, although difficult, while you’re feeling nauseous. Lack of liquid can increase the intensity of morning sickness. Also, the food that you eat has an immense impact. However, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Pregnancy can be very tricky, and every woman is unique.

 

Track which foods are easy to keep down and increase them in your diet. In contrast, the foods that trigger sickness should be avoided. Also, do not overeat and take in more calories than you should. Adequate nutrition and hydration can keep you going strong.

 

IVF doctors advise trying to consume small meals throughout the day instead of huge ones to keep your digestive system running smoothly. In addition, keep healthy nibblers within reach throughout the day, and especially after getting up, to stabilize your blood sugar level and stave off nausea and sickness.

 

Author: Dr. Mazen Dayeh

Dr. Muhammad Mazen Dayeh is a top fertility expert. He completed his Primary Medical Qualification (PMQ) from Saint Petersburg I.P. Pavlov State Medical University in Russia and acquired his specialty training and Ph.D. at Russian Academy for Medical Sciences. He is considered a Consultant of both OB/GYN and Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility. His special interests lie both in male and female infertility, Reproductive Immunology, and Recurrent Implantation Failures. He is recognized for his expertise in treating and evaluating infertility and recurrent pregnancy losses, IVF, and laparoscopic surgical techniques. Currently, he is performing over 600 IVF cycles per year.