Over the years I have had the pleasure of helping many wonderful women to fall pregnant and whilst this is an exciting time for them the first trimester can sometimes be challenging.
It is also when they are most likely to experience extreme fatigue, sensitivity to certain food and smells and they may begin to experience morning sickness. Thankfully we have homeopathic remedies that can help with these symptoms. Many women don’t want to take medication especially in the early months of pregnancy and once again turn to homeopathy because it is non-toxic, safe and gentle.
I have put together the list of the top 6 homeopathic remedies for morning sickness to help you if you are in the first trimester of your pregnancy. These are the remedies I prescribe and use the most for my pregnant clients. If you have a homeopathic remedy kit you should have most of these remedies.
Nux Vomica - nausea but unable to vomit
This remedy is for women who despite having strong nausea in the mornings find they are unable to vomit and will also be sensitive to smells. They may also feel constantly hungry but feel worse after eating. They may also feel irritable, impatient and overwhelmed.
Sepia – worse from smell or the thought of food
Women needing this remedy will often crave pickles, vinegar, and sweets and may feel a sensation of heaviness in the pelvic region. Their nausea will be worse from the smell or the thought of food. They may also have a sinking feeling in the stomach making them feel lightheaded.
Ipecacuanha – constant nausea
This remedy can really make a difference for women suffering from severe, constant nausea that is not relieved from vomiting. They might also feel the need to constantly salivate and clear their mouth by spitting.
Cocculus – fatigue and nausea
This remedy may be especially helpful for women struggling with severe fatigue alongside nausea. The nausea will be accompanied by dizziness, weakness and exhaustion. They may also feel worse from travelling. Also lack of sleep.
Pulsatilla – nausea with constantly changing symptoms
This remedy is ideal for women that feel worse in warm and stuff rooms and better outside in fresh air. They will crave rich, sweet and fatty foods which will make them feel worse. They may also get a headache from eating the wrong foods. This remedy suits gentle, emotional women whose symptoms are constantly changing. They may be tearful and want to be comforted and reassured.
Colchicum – gagging from the smell of good
This is for women who find that they gag at the smell of food which makes then feel nauseous for very long periods of time. Motion usually makes them feel worse.
There are of course many more remedies that can help and if you are struggling and you would like some extra support please book a free 20 minute call. You can book that here. You might also be interested in my blog about how tissue salts can help during pregnancy.
Helpful tips
- Eat little and often
- Keep a snack by the bed such as a dry cracker or biscuit and eat this before getting out of bed in the morning. This can help to reduce nausea.
- Move slowly when getting up, especially if you feel dizzy or shaky first thing.
- Stay Hydrated, sipping is preferable to large quantities, ginger tea and peppermint tea can also be soothing.
- Watch your triggers, such as coffee, strong smells, fried foods and stuffy rooms and try to avoid where possible.
- Be kind to yourself and rest whenever you can – you are growing a beautiful baby.