13 Natural Ways To Get Rid of Nausea: Say Goodbye to Morning Sickness

If you’re a mom, you know how it feels to deal with the ups and downs of pregnancy. From not being able to sleep to morning sickness, many moms will tell you that nausea is one of the worst parts of pregnancy. In this blog post, I’ll share 13 morning sickness remedies to help relieve your nausea.

You may already be aware that being nauseated all of the time is tough, especially if you have other children to care for.

When I was pregnant with each of our four children, I had severe nausea 24/7 for all of the first trimester and part of the second.

Each pregnancy, I lost a lot of weight in the beginning because I couldn’t keep anything down. My doctor always seemed to be concerned, telling me to eat more (which wasn’t really the problem).

Eventually, the nausea passed and I was able to gain the recommended amount of weight. Thankfully, all of my babies were born healthy and full-term.

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Along my pregnancy journey, I developed some tips and tricks that helped me get through the early months.

Certain meals and aromas still make me sick today because they remind me of smells that made me ill while I was pregnant.

Have you had a similar experience?

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What Is Morning Sickness

Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy is a common condition known as morning sickness. It typically begins at six weeks into pregnancy and continues for weeks or even months.

Symptoms usually improve during the second trimester, but, in a few women, the sickness continues throughout their pregnancy.

Despite its name, “morning” sickness may strike at any time of the day.

What Causes Morning Sickness

The exact reason is not totally understood. Symptoms may be triggered by a hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), which is produced by the placenta.

Another potential cause of morning sickness is low blood sugar.

Persistent nausea can be caused by a number of factors, including:

• stress
• being overtired
• eating particular foods
• motion sickness

These annoying nausea symptoms will typically go away once a pregnancy reaches its third trimester.

Women with severe morning sickness, known as hyperemesis gravidarum, may require hospitalization and IV fluids.

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Symptoms of Morning Sickness

The most typical symptoms are nausea or vomiting.

Heat, certain fragrances, or spicy meals might all trigger symptoms. However, many mothers suffer from sickness for which there is no known cause.

Pregnant moms can also have headaches, poor appetite, and mood swings.

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How Morning Sickness Can Affect Your Pregnancy

Usually, morning sickness will go away by the end of the first trimester and for many people, it has gone away by the end of the second trimester.

For some, it can be prolonged and intense and could lead to symptoms such as dehydration which can be serious.

It can last from a few hours up to all day. Next, we’ll look at how to treat morning sickness with natural home remedies.

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Morning Sickness Remedies: Alleviate Nausea Symptoms

Morning sickness is a normal part of pregnancy, most (but not all) women experience it during their first trimester. It usually disappears by the end of your second trimester and it doesn’t affect your baby’s health at all. There are many remedies out there, some more natural than others.

Here are 13 natural ways to help you cope with morning sickness – natural remedies, homeopathic remedies, acupuncture treatments, and more!

1. Ginger

Ginger is a centuries-old herb that has been used for its various natural medicinal qualities, especially for treating nausea and upset stomach.

Try:

• Ginger tea. You may also prepare your own by simmering sliced or grated fresh ginger in boiling water.
• Ginger essential oil. You can dilute the oil with coconut oil and apply it behind your ears and/or on your wrists. Or use an essential oil diffuser.
• Crystallized ginger. Though usually high in sugar, this seems to help a lot of people.
• Ground ginger capsules. Look for options that aren’t mixed with any other substances.

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2. Peppermint Oil

Peppermint is one of the most popular morning sickness remedies on the market. Consumption of peppermint oil capsules, tablets, or tea may help relieve nausea.

The severity of the illness can be decreased by using peppermint oil before, during, and after meals.

I combine a few drops of peppermint essential oil with some coconut oil and put it behind my ears, around my neck, and on each of my wrists when I’m nauseated.

It can also help to diffuse the oil or simply smell it straight from the bottle.

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3. Acupuncture Treatments

In the past year, I’ve discovered the healing power of acupuncture. I’ve been amazed at how it has helped me manage my chronic illness symptoms.

Plus, it’s been shown to help expectant moms manage nausea symptoms.

Acupuncture is the practice of inserting needles into the body at certain points for therapeutic purposes. It is one of the most common types of traditional Chinese medicine.

Additional benefits of acupuncture include easing pain, reducing nausea, boosting immunity, and more.

According to a study, acupuncture and acupressure are just as effective as anti-nausea medications at alleviating symptoms, with few negative effects.

4. Smell a Lemon

Citrusy smells, like from a cut lemon, can help with pregnancy-related nausea.

Keep a lemon in your fridge or cut it up and place it somewhere you can easily smell it to improve nausea symptoms.

Or, simply keep a small bottle of lemon essential oils with you.

5. Eat Smaller Meals More Frequently

Avoid eating large meals because feeling full may worsen nausea.

Instead, eat smaller meals that are spaced out every few hours.

6. Deep Breathing

Deep breathing exercises can help you feel more at ease when morning sickness is wreaking havoc on your stomach. Focus on taking deep, slow breaths.

Breathing in through your nose and out for your mouth a few times may help.

This will get oxygen to flow through your body, easing nausea symptoms. Here are some deep breathing exercises you can try:

Practice breathing in through the nose for 4 seconds, hold your breath for 4 seconds, and exhale through the mouth for 4 seconds.

7. Herbal Tea

Herbal tea can be helpful when you’re dealing with pregnancy-related nausea.

Ginger, peppermint, and chamomile are herbal teas that may help reduce unpleasant symptoms.

There’s also something soothing about a warm cup of tea.

8. Get Plenty of Rest

Let’s face it. When you’re exhausted everything seems more challenging.

If you need an excuse to take a nap, morning sickness is just the thing. It’s not only ok to take it easy on yourself, but also encouraged!

So don’t forget to set aside time for rest, even if it’s just a short power nap.

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9. Eat Small Meals Often

Eating small meals throughout the day can help you relieve and prevent nausea and vomiting. When you’re feeling sick, eating something every few hours may help.

Eating food with a little protein can also help because protein can stabilize blood sugar levels.

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10. Avoid Foods That Make You Feel Sick

It goes without saying, but I’ll say it anyway. If you’re aware of any foods that make your nausea worse, avoid them.

Common culprits include heavy fried foods, sugar, spicy foods, or anything with tons of unhealthy fats.

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Foods That Fight Nausea During Pregnancy

Instead, focus on eating a blander diet. Here are some ideas of bland foods that might ease your discomfort.

• Crackers
• Cananas
• Potatoes
• Pretzels
• Jello
• Chicken noodle soup
• Oatmeal
• Rice
• Applesauce
• Fruit smoothie

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11. Avoid Odors That Trigger Symptoms

Think about what smells might trigger morning sickness and try to limit your exposure to those odors.

For a lot of moms, strong, pungent smells are the worst.

You could turn on an air purifier before you go to bed or diffuse some fresh-smelling essential oils to try and eliminate unpleasant odors.

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12. Stay Hydrated

Dehydration can make nausea worse.

If you’re vomiting and have lost fluids, drink electrolyte-rich beverages like flat mineral water, clear broth, or a sports drink (like Gatorade).

Also, try sucking on a few ice chips or an all-fruit popsicle.

13. Exercise

I realize that when you’re sick, the last thing you want to do is work out. But many moms find that gentle exercise such as walking or yoga helps them feel better.

Here’s a prenatal yoga video you may enjoy.

Natural Nausea Treatments and Supplements

• Sea-Bands.  These wristbands are designed to alleviate nausea by applying pressure to acupressure pulse points. They’re a fantastic choice since they are drug-free and have no negative side effects.
• Preggie Pops. These natural lollipops are drug-free and recommended by doctors.
• Vitamin B6. Vitamin B6 taken daily has been found to reduce nausea during pregnancy.

Summary – Home Remedies for Nausea During Pregnancy

Many expectant moms endure the misery of morning sickness. While remedies exist, some of them might not be safe and effective for everyone, especially expectant moms.

I hope you found this collection of natural cures for pregnancy-related nausea useful.

Acupuncture, ginger, peppermint oil, and other home treatments can help ease nausea symptoms.

Morning sickness is one of the most challenging aspects of being pregnant – but it doesn’t have to keep you down.

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