Alternative Morning Sickness Cures

Morning sickness during pregnancy occurs in 50 to 80% of all new moms to be. Morning sickness for some could be called "All Day Sickness", since most have nausea throughout the day. Morning sickness is most prevalent from the 4^th month of pregnancy on and with some unfortunate Mom's, it can last the entire pregnancy. There are many ways to ease the discomfort of morning sickness; some alternative methods include the following:

Diet

· Avoid spicy and or greasy foods since they can cause heartburn and nausea

· Eating crackers before you even get out of bed in the morning

· Eating ginger snaps, crystallized ginger or ginger hard candies.

· Eat frequent snacks containing protein such as meats, nuts and beans.

· Eating small meals every couple of hours. Do not skip meals.

· Drink non-caffeinated teas like peppermint and ginger teas.

· Be sure to drink enough fluids throughout the day.

Vitamins, Herbs and Oils

· Vitamin B6 - B6 has been shown to scientifically decrease nausea. Consult your doctor before starting a regimen to see how much you should take.

· Morning Sickness Magic - This herbal elixir contains Vitamin B-6, ginger and red raspberry leaf, all known to ease nausea.

· Essential oils - Oils such as peppermint and lemon have been shown to ease nausea, carry some with you for a quick sniff to alleviate discomfort.

· Prenatal Vitamins - Take your prenatal vitamins before going to bed, vitamins can make you nauseous first thing in the morning.

Physical and Alternative

• Avoid hot places, being overheated can increase nausea.
• Take naps during the day. Feeling and being tired can make morning sickness worse.
• Try to get enough sleep.
• When you wake up, get out of bed slowly.
• Acupuncture - This treatment has been shown to reduce vomiting and nausea.
• Acupressure Wrist Band - These bands are more commonly known as "Sea Bands". They work like acupuncture in stimulating a point in the wrist that is believed to relieve nausea.