Morning Sickness

It had to be a male that thought up the name "Morning Sickness"!!!  Morning sickness can last all day or be experienced at different times of the day not just in the morning.

Cinnamon is an excellent remedy in quelling morning sickness in early pregnancy and is also said to be effective in stopping bleeding from the uterus.

Ginger is one of the best stimulants that we have in domestic medicine.  Easing flatulence and preventing nausea, its antispasmodic qualities make it useful for treating colic, cramps and period pain.

Nutmeg is a calmative helpful for vomiting, flatulence and to aid digestion.

Chai tea utilises these herbs and much more and may help soothe morning sickness.

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Peppermint is sometimes regarded as "the world's oldest medicine" and serves as a calming agent to soothe an upset stomach or aid in digestion.   Peppermint tea, sugar-free sweets or chewing gum may also help soothe morning sickness.

Morning sickness is a personal thing and morning sickness remedies will not work for everyone.  But, if you have experienced morning sickness and have any great cures, let us know so we can share your remedies with our other readers who may be finding it hard to deal with too.

Please remember that you should check with your doctor before trying any supplements. Your health and the health of your baby are important and taking too much of one thing may be an unnecessary risk.