Acupuncture for Morning Sickness
by | Oct 13, 2022
Categories: Acupuncture, Pain, Uterine Health and Fertility
Dealing with morning sickness can be challenging, but there are practical and effective ways to ease nausea and discomfort. Whether your symptoms are mild or severe, these strategies can help you feel better and regain a sense of normalcy during your pregnancy.
1. Adjust Your Prenatal Routine
Take your prenatal vitamins during the middle of your evening meal, rather than in the morning. Prenatals with iron can sometimes contribute to morning sickness, especially on an empty stomach. Adding a B6 supplement can also make a big difference—many pregnant individuals find B6 alone is enough to alleviate their symptoms.
2. Sip Soothing Teas
- If you’re feeling hot, try peppermint or mint tea to cool and calm your stomach.
- If you’re feeling cold, opt for ginger tea, a classic remedy for nausea.
While ginger is well-known for its stomach-soothing properties, it doesn’t work for everyone, so finding the right remedy for your body’s needs is key.
3. Try Acupuncture for Relief
Acupuncture is a highly effective treatment for morning sickness, regardless of whether your symptoms are mild, moderate, or severe. During your session, we can also address other common first-trimester issues, such as fatigue, digestive discomfort, and headaches.
Patient Success Story
We love supporting patients like Emma during their pregnancy journey! Here’s her heartfelt review:
“Melanie has been an incredible source of information, calm, and support during the first trimester of my pregnancy. I struggled with severe nausea, gagging/retching, strong food aversions, and morning sickness since week 5, and I am now 11 weeks. The acupuncture helped to battle the symptoms when medication did not, which was such a relief as it took a while to convince my doctor the meds weren’t working!
Melanie suggested at-home remedies, simple food and drink swaps, and routine changes. With her help, I feel I’ve slowly regained some normality in my life and would happily recommend her to anyone! Thank you so, so much!!”
– Emma Thomas (5-Star Google Review)
Let Us Help You Feel Better
At Accessible Acupuncture, we specialize in providing personalized care for pregnant individuals. Morning sickness doesn’t have to dominate your first trimester—let us help you find relief. Call 587-879-7122 to book your appointment today and start feeling better.