No Desire to Eat...

[blanche]

So, I've been sick as a dog this week. Whether it was M/S or another stomach bug is still TBD, but I was barely able to eat or keep anything down. I'm feeling a bit better today but still no real desire to eat and I don't really want to force myself for fear of throwing up again. This is bad, I know, I need to get food in for the baby, but nothing sounds appealing at all. FTR, I have no history of ED or anything like that, so it's not that, but I just don't know what to do.The thought of food just makes me ill...

Hubby is really nervous at this point... and I don't blame him.

Ugh, what do I do?

[ladygray]

I know that for me, eating a small snack every 3 hours is the only thing that helped my m/s. If I didn't it would get really bad. Could you manage something a little bland? Banana, applesauce, yogurt?

[hismom12]

I could only eat ice cream and french fries from 9 weeks until 16 weeks with my son. I am already having that feeling again. I just force myself to eat little amounts at the time. Today I had noodles for lunch. I only ate a few mouthfuls before I was done but atleast it was something.

[run4fun]

When I'm nauseous or sick, the only foods that sound even remotely ok are light things, like fruit or yogurt. I haven't had really any nausea (I've had moments, but they pass fast. I wouldn't say I've had MS yet), but the past few days nothing sounds good. Except fruit. I know I'm not eating super balanced meals, but I'm eating a fair amount of fruit and carrots.

All that to say, maybe start with something light. Applesauce, berries, yogurt. It may not sound good, but maybe your stomach will take it ok? Or juice?

[USCgirl]

Oh blanche, I feel your pain! Nothing sounds appealing, even my favorites. I just keep trying to eat every hour or two something light even if it's not necessarily healthy. For you though, try the BRAT diet...bananas, rice, applesauce toast and see if that helps. Try to stay away from sweet, spicy, greasy. Hope you feel better soon!

[mrsdonati]

I would try something light and bland. Crackers and cheese, applesauce, or toast. Hope you feel better

[sweett11]

Ramen noodles and saltines have been on my menu for lunch this week. Try eating just plain toast or something. just make sure you're staying hydrated.

[squeakyduck]

I don't have morning sickness yet, but Sprite and saltines have always been my go-to for nausea. Sprite is nice because it's not really eating, but it's got calories and sugar in it so you'll at least be getting something. Peppermint and ginger are also good for an upset stomach.

Have you talked to your doctor about any anti-nausea meds?

[rztrumpet]

I've found smoothies are good when I don't feel like eating anything.

I do green smoothies with geek yogurt, kale, and fruit - veggies and protein without having to eat!

(I get very non-eat-y in 1st tri)

[tarheelmom]

Gummy prenatals may be easier to stomach -- then at least you know you're getting the necessary vitamins and minerals.

An antacid may also help - Zantac is safe during pregnancy and works alot better than the chewables.

[harvestmoon]

I'm exactly like rztrumpet - very dependent on smoothies wih Greek yogurt to get decent protein into my day. My nausea has abated but I still have a very low appetite these days. I also snack on handfuls of almonds.

[pickles4prez]

I've been drinking a protein shake with chia seeds first thing when I wake up, followed 2 hours later by Eggo waffles...for health.

[ladygray]

I had already been doing hot water with lemon/honey/apple cider vinegar first thing for the health benefits. The past two mornings as ms has started to show, I'm finding that the tartness is helping the ms. Double benefit.

[onyx]

I can completely relate. I've been in the mood for nothing. I can usually choke down something boring or bland, but I still feel sick all day. It's driving my H crazy because he loves food and is always excited about it.

[whatsit]

I feel bad the last couple nights when H shows up from work and I've cooked nothing. Sorry but nothing sounds appetizing, even to cook. Luckily he's understanding ( and I hope that doesn't wear off during this pregnancy).

[hismom12]

Today has been the first rough day. I remember now just how bad MS is. I had forgotten!