Often one of the first indicators that you are expecting is nausea. Up to 70 percent of expectant mothers experience some sort of illness at some point during early pregnancy. Linked to the human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) hormone, which is produced when you are pregnant, nausea – or morning sickness – can sometimes stick around long after the first trimester.
There are quite a few factors that are said to cause late-term illness. Sometimes it can be hereditary, related to the mom-to-be’s Body Mass Index or the sex of the baby.
While there is no certain cause of nausea, it is generally believed to be caused by intense hormone fluctuations, increasing weight, not getting enough rest, and eating too many sugary snacks or caffeine. Fortunately, pregnant women can cope with this symptom in a few different ways like avoiding triggering foods, eating light and frequent meals throughout the day to avoid being overly full at any one time, drinking lots of water or herbal teas to stay hydrated, spending more time resting on the side or propping up your head higher when lying down and adding ginger in small doses for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce nausea.
While third-trimester nausea is not dangerous, it can be rather uncomfortable and inconvenient. Symptoms usually occur in the morning shortly after waking up, although they can happen at any time of day. Women should consult their doctors if they are concerned about pre-existing conditions that might be causing nausea, as there are treatment options available to help manage the issue.
