About this episode

This episode explores morning sickness during pregnancy, its causes, remedies, and the impact on quality of life.

Morning sickness is one of the most common symptoms of pregnancy, affecting up to 80% of expectant mothers. Despite the name, it can occur at any time of day and range from mild nausea to severe vomiting. Explore the science behind its causes, including groundbreaking research on the hormone GDF15. Review a full range of evidence-based remedies, from dietary changes and supplements to acupressure and prescription medications. Plus, this episode discusses hyperemesis gravidarum, how morning sickness impacts your quality of life, what research suggests about a possible protective effect, and how partners can assist. Whether you're struggling with nausea, seeking relief, or simply want to understand why this happens, this episode has you covered. Full article and resources for this episode: https://pregnancypodcast.com/morningsickness/ Thank you to the brands that power this podcast: Zahler goes above and beyond in formulating their Prenatal +DHA. It's made with high-quality nutrients like the active form of folate, bioavailable iron, and essential nutrients like omega-3s. In March 2026, save 30% with the code PREPODHA30 on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4qgc7Jp Plus, if you email your…

People in this episode

Host: Vanessa Merten

Topics covered

• morning sickness
• pregnancy symptoms
• remedies
• hyperemesis gravidarum
• partner support

Keywords

• morning sickness
• pregnancy
• GDF15
• remedies
• hyperemesis gravidarum

Sponsors

Zahler

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Organizations: VTech, Amazon

Books & works: Pregnancy Podcast

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