What to Do for Morning Nausea During Pregnancy

Individuals possess different constitutions, so their experiences and sensations during pregnancy vary, resulting in distinct memories of this period. Most women experience nausea to varying degrees during the first trimester. In some cases, nausea may persist until delivery. So, what can be done about morning nausea during pregnancy?

How to Manage Morning Nausea During Pregnancy

Morning nausea during pregnancy can be effectively managed with vitamin B6 supplementation, which is a safe and well-tolerated symptomatic treatment. Vitamin B6 poses no risk to the developing fetus, effectively alleviates early pregnancy symptoms (such as nausea and vomiting), and does not increase the risk of fetal malformations. As a water-soluble vitamin, it is considered extremely safe for use during pregnancy. Pregnant women should undergo routine prenatal check-ups—once per month until 36 weeks’ gestation, then weekly thereafter. Throughout pregnancy, emphasize a diet rich in fresh vegetables and fruits while moderating intake of fish and meat. A total weight gain of approximately 25 kg over the entire pregnancy is generally considered optimal; maintaining balanced, nutritious eating habits helps reduce the risk of pregnancy-related complications.

Morning nausea can also be alleviated through appropriate lifestyle adjustments. For example, avoid eating for at least two hours before bedtime, and drink a small amount of water upon waking. Morning nausea in pregnant women primarily results from the effects of progesterone, which relaxes the lower esophageal sphincter, allowing gastric contents to reflux into the lower esophagus and trigger nausea. Refraining from eating before sleep helps minimize gastric reflux. Drinking water upon waking dilutes gastric acid and thereby eases nausea. Additionally, elevating the head of the bed slightly (e.g., by using an extra pillow) can help reduce reflux caused by positional changes during sleep. Nausea in pregnancy is predominantly a physiological phenomenon; however, if underlying gastrointestinal disorders exist outside of pregnancy, medications with minimal fetal risk may be cautiously selected under medical supervision.

In daily life, maintain a light, easily digestible diet and strictly avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. We hope this information proves helpful to you.