Home Remedies for Morning Sickness

About 80% of women have some sort of morning sickness when they are pregnant. There are home remedies that you can use to control morning sickness until you are past the first trimester.

Home Remedies for Morning Sickness: Diet

Making sure that you are never too hungry or too full at any given point by eating smaller meals more frequently can go a long way in eliminating morning sickness. Also eating a few crackers before getting out of bed in the morning and keeping them, along with either; bread, cereal, or toast handy will help. Being sure to not neglect your fluid intake, especially if you have been vomiting is very important as well.

Home Remedies for Morning Sickness: Ginger

Ginger has been used for centuries for cooking and medicinal purposes so it’s no wonder it can be used in a home remedy for morning sickness. One gram of ginger per day, taken in divided doses, is what many medical professionals recommend. The Food and Drug Administration classifies Ginger as safe for pregnant women.

Home Remedies for Morning Sickness: Peppermint Essential Oil

Just as a certain aroma can elicit any queasy stomach and many pregnant women, the aroma of peppermint can soothe one. To make this an effective home remedy for morning sickness you will want to fill a large bowl with hot water, place two drops of peppermint essential oil in the bowl and simple set it on a table near your bed. Using an aromatherapy diffuser is also an option and can be found at some health food stores.