Minor Ailments

Morning Sickness

Find safe, pregnancy-friendly morning sickness relief with warm, knowledgeable support from your RxHealthMed pharmacist.

Managing Morning Sickness During Pregnancy

Morning sickness refers to the nausea and vomiting many people experience during pregnancy, most often in the first trimester, though it can strike at any time of day. It affects the majority of pregnant women and, while it can be exhausting and uncomfortable, it is usually not harmful to you or your baby. Severe nausea and vomiting, known as hyperemesis gravidarum, does require medical attention. Your RxHealthMed pharmacist can recommend safe, pregnancy-appropriate strategies and products to help you feel more comfortable throughout your day.

Symptoms of Morning Sickness

The main symptoms are nausea with or without vomiting, heightened sensitivity to certain smells or foods, a reduced appetite, and fatigue. For most people, symptoms tend to begin around weeks six to eight of pregnancy and settle down by the end of the first trimester, though some women continue to experience nausea well into later stages.

How Your RxHealthMed Pharmacist Can Help

Your RxHealthMed pharmacist can suggest pregnancy-safe options for managing nausea, including vitamin B6 supplementation, ginger-based products, and appropriate anti-nausea medications. They can also offer practical advice on what to eat and drink and let you know when symptoms warrant a visit to your doctor.

Find Morning Sickness Relief Near You

Visit an RxHealthMed pharmacy near you for caring, knowledgeable advice on managing morning sickness safely during pregnancy. No appointment required.

Frequently asked questions

Have questions about morning sickness during pregnancy? Here you will find helpful answers about safe treatment options, dietary tips, and when it is important to seek medical attention.

Is morning sickness a normal part of pregnancy?

Yes, nausea and vomiting are very common during pregnancy and affect the majority of expectant mothers, particularly in the first trimester. While uncomfortable, mild to moderate morning sickness is generally considered a normal part of pregnancy.

What safe remedies are available for morning sickness?

Helpful options include eating small, frequent meals, avoiding smells and foods that trigger nausea, taking vitamin B6 supplements, trying ginger in the form of tea, candies, or capsules, using acupressure wristbands, and pregnancy-safe anti-nausea medications. Your RxHealthMed pharmacist can guide you toward the safest choices.

Can I take anti-nausea medication while pregnant?

Yes, some anti-nausea medications are considered safe during pregnancy. Diclectin, a doxylamine and B6 combination, is specifically approved for pregnancy-related nausea in Canada. Always talk to your pharmacist or doctor before taking any medication while pregnant.

When does morning sickness typically improve?

For most people, morning sickness begins to ease by weeks 12 to 16. Some women do continue to feel nauseous well beyond the first trimester, but this is less common.

When is morning sickness serious enough to see a doctor?

Get medical attention if you are unable to keep any food or fluids down, are losing weight, feel dehydrated, experience dizziness, or are vomiting very frequently. These can be signs of hyperemesis gravidarum, a more serious condition that needs medical care.

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