Morning sickness is one of the biggest challenges that expectant mothers face during pregnancy. It is an unpleasant experience that can significantly impact the daily life of a pregnant woman. Luckily, there are some ways to mitigate the effects of morning sickness or at least make them less pronounced.
Pregnancy nutritionist Stephanie Lauri recently shared a reel on her Instagram in which she provided five tips that expectant mothers can turn to in order to tone down their morning sickness and improve their pregnancy.
The first thing Lauri recommends is always keeping a snack at your bedside. This will serve you well during middle-of-the-night or morning cravings. According to her, “morning nausea can be related to blood sugar dips after a long night fasting,” and snack bars, PB&J sandwiches, or potato chips help counter that.
Her next tip is to eat before you are even hungry. This way you’ll avoid the feeling of hunger, which can be linked with nausea. Also, prioritize protein intake during your meals by opting for meat, eggs, Greek yogurt, or cheese. Protein helps the body digest food more easily and keeps you full for longer.
Finally, Lauri suggests being prepared. This includes having some of your favorite easy food options ready at all times for sudden cravings and planning your meals ahead to ensure you keep a balanced diet.