MORNING SICKNESS AND WEIGHT GAIN DURING PREGNANCY
MORNING SICKNESS
Many women experience some nausea and even vomiting during the early stages of pregnancy. Morning sickness is actually a misnomer as nausea can occur at any time of the day or night. You may feel an aversion to certain types of foods and these are best avoided until the period of morning sickness passes. Make sure that you keep up your fluid intake and try to eat small amounts of food at frequent intervals. Do not take any anti-nausea medication as this can be dangerous for your baby whose vital organs are developing at this stage. Make sure you rest a lot, and eat as soon as you feel hungry. Having a cup of tea and toast before you get out of bed in the morning often helps prevent early morning nausea. Avoid greasy or sugary foods. If vomiting persists, or you are losing weight, consult your doctor.
The usual weight gain during pregnancy is 12-15 kg. If you gain an excessive amount of weight, it will be difficult to lose once the baby is born. Try to maintain a healthy diet, and exercise regularly but moderately during pregnancy. If you have concerns about your weight during or after pregnancy, consult your doctor.
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