No matter when it occurs or how often, this symptom of your body’s changing hormones isn’t usually harmful to mom or baby. When should you be concerned and look for help beyond the at-home remedies? When the vomiting is so extreme it causes dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.
Hyperemesis gravidarum is a special form of morning sickness that is extremely serious. It causes severe nausea and vomiting that is almost non-stop, and it can persist throughout the entire pregnancy. This type of nausea is resistant to most home strategies and often requires intervention by a physician.
Most doctors will ask you about your symptoms and concerns during each visit, including nausea. Be honest and tell your doctor if you are having difficulty keeping anything down. Don’t feel the need to be a martyr, especially when it comes to this.