Let's talk nausea

[wildflower810]

Because that shit is getting real here. 

I had 24/7/40week nausea with DS and barely managed to gain a healthy amount of weight for myself. Now I know the trick for me is to eat every time I feel off. So I'm up 4 lbs in a week flat from vacation eating and snacking. 

Low carb, low fat snacks and other nausea help is welcome. 

[shawnabm1320]

Maybe high-protein snacks? What about Greek yogurt and some almonds or a small chicken wrap? A little salad with diced chicken? A smoothie with some protein powder?

[ls2012]

Are you averse to any particular foods? That might help for further suggestions. For me, the only things that worked with DD2 were saltine crackers and ginger ale. When I started to feel less nauseated, I added cheese.

I'm sorry you're struggling! I hope it gets better for you.

[flyinghorses6]

I am the same way. I only feel good if I have a little something in my belly. My bigger issue is bloating!! I honestly cannot believe how bloated I am right now. How am I supposed to hide this for 5-6 more weeks??

[notagoddess]

I'm no help since all that could settle my stomach was carbs.

[ls2012]

Jun 19, 2016 17:30:21 GMT -5 flyinghorses6 said:

I am the same way. I only feel good if I have a little something in my belly. My bigger issue is bloating!! I honestly cannot believe how bloated I am right now. How am I supposed to hide this for 5-6 more weeks??

Ohmygod yes!!! I look like I'm already 14 weeks along! And I wasn't planning on telling anyone until I couldn't physically hide it any longer. I was hoping to make it to 16 or 17. At this rate, not a chance. :/

[lovebb09]

I was like that first time around... if my stomach got empty, I got nauseous. I found this really good dried fruit and nut mix from Costco that was a lifesaver! My nausea was so bad though I ended up needing Diclegis. So far this pregnancy I haven't felt naseous but it's so early. (OR maybe it's a girl this time around!!! )

[flyinghorses6]

Jun 19, 2016 17:36:27 GMT -5 ls2012 said:

Jun 19, 2016 17:30:21 GMT -5 flyinghorses6 said:

I am the same way. I only feel good if I have a little something in my belly. My bigger issue is bloating!! I honestly cannot believe how bloated I am right now. How am I supposed to hide this for 5-6 more weeks??

Ohmygod yes!!! I look like I'm already 14 weeks along! And I wasn't planning on telling anyone until I couldn't physically hide it any longer. I was hoping to make it to 16 or 17. At this rate, not a chance. :/

I know- it makes me nervous that I'm going to be gigantic. And I was not small last time. I'm hoping it all evens out when the bump makes an actual appearance and it isn't cumulative.

[Deleted]

My issue is I am starving but nothing sounds appealing. Except grapes, for some reason grapes have been helping. With my first pregnancy I survived on carbs and gained 50lbs. I did lose it all so I am not too concerned about gaining. Nausea sucks.

[shellbell]

My OB last time kept telling me to eat lots of protein.

But I keep jolly ranchers and saltines on hand too. I found they really help.

I had to be on medication last time, and I wouldn't hesitate to ask for it again if I need it this time.

[wildflower810]

I wasn't on meds last time, and I use a midwife who can't prescribe, so that isn't as easy of an option for me.

flyinghorses6, I'm asking the same question. With DS I was 20-22 weeks before people were really noticing my belly. Now I'm like "uh, which shirt is loose?" at 4 weeks. Doesn't help that there's almost a 20 lb difference between my lowest weight with DS (I lost a lot) and my weight now. That's depressing to even type!

I'm getting Sprite and popcorn at the store tomorrow, hopefully that will help.

[linewifekat]

wildflower810 I'm not sure of the dosage but a lot of people use unisom and b6 in place of Diclegis. A good friend of mine couldn't afford Diclegis on her insurance so she used the b6 combo with great results.

[Deleted]

Saltine crackers helped me first time round. Another thing I've heard is ginger or peppermint candies to suck on as needed.

[pibblemom]

Ginger ale has been a life saver. Also, I drink a protein shake in the morning before the nausea hits, so I know I'm getting something. I'm in Camp Starving But Nothing Sounds Good. My fridge was full of food I wanted to eat but just looking at made me queasy, so it was depressing to throw a lot of good stuff out.

I tried unisom for the first time the last 2 nights, and I have to say, it's been a real winner. I was even able to eat a real breakfast today.

[ImAPepper]

I've had nausea any time my stomach starts to empty. My go-too is salt and vinegar chips. Weird, I know, but it helps better than pretty much everything else. I'm so bloated too! Yesterday was bad and with all the digestive upset I've been having what I call "phantom flutters" bc the gas almost feels the same as a baby moving except ya know less pleasant.

[lilmonk]

Applesauce with cinnamon. The only thing that helped with my first pregnancy. And I had MS until the day he was born.

[madam23]

I've already had to get on Diclectin (Canadian sister to Diclegis?) With DS I was vomiting often but would get relief from that. This time it's an underlying constant state of nausea. Like the hangover from hell that just won't end.

Gin-Gins have been helpful but I really don't enjoy the taste. I have bought a Sea Band but haven't been able to wear to work yet because summer fashion and all.

I'm on the carb boat here too. Give me all the bagels!

[cosmicav]

Chewing gum really helped me the last time around.

[tiffw2012]

What helps me is cheese and crackers. I think just the bit of protein from the cheese is the perfect amount of filling. Good luck and hope you find something fast!

[sweetieheart32]

Diclegis was the only thing that helped me at all last time around. I tried peppermints, crackers, candies, ginger ale, sea bands, eating small meals. It was that constant nausea that you're talking about madam23. Maybe the Unisom combo would be an option for you unless you are not comfortable taking any type of medication. I hope the popcorn and Sprite does the trick!

thanks, tiffw2012, now I am eating cheese and crackers mmmmm...

[zcookiemonster]

No nausea yet here, but add me to Team Bloat...like seriously.

All I ate last time were those little PB crackers, like the ritz bitz ones. Reminded me of when I was a kid and they were fantastic, totally helped with keeping the tummy happy.

[wildflower810]

I'm nervous about Unisom because it, and a bunch of other meds, have recently been found to cause problems with pregnancy. I took it occasionally with DS, but idk about this time. (Of course I can't find the link or the info at this time of night.)