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What are some cures for morning sickness?
Here are some tips that may make you more comfortable:
  1. Stay away from strong smells and foods that make your stomach queasy. When cooking, open a window or use the exhaust fan to get rid of odors.
  2. Keep a diary to find out which foods cause the worst reactions.
  3. Listen to your body. Ask yourself what foods and beverages might ease the nausea. Consider different flavors, textures, aromas, and temperatures. Keep some of these foods at home and at work so you are able to react immediately.
  4. Eat and drink whatever stays down. It is important to stop the nausea, then move on to feeding the body nutritiously.
  5. Eat 5-6 small meals a day.
  6. Stay well hydrated and drink fluids throughout the day. Experiment with ginger ale, ginger tea, lemonade, lemon tea, fruit juices, water with lemon, and carbonated beverages.
  7. To help with early morning nausea, have a light snack before getting out of bed. Try crackers, dry cereal, potato chips, lemonade...whatever sounds good to you to eat.
  8. Avoid foods that trigger a bout of nausea. This could be greasy and fried foods, gas-forming foods, or spicy foods.
Are deli meats OK?
During pregnancy it is important to be aware of what you put inside your body while you are pregnant. Listeria is a type of bacteria that can be found in some contaminated foods and can cause problems for both you and your baby. The Center for Disease Control recommends that you do not eat hot dogs, luncheon meats or deli meats unless they are properly reheated. Click here to read more.

I'm too tired to exercise.
Feeling fatigued while pregnant is normal. Make relaxation a priority, getting in rest whenever you can. However, too much rest can increase fatigue, while exercising can give you more energy. Exercise slowly, not to the point of exhaustion. Try to break up your exercises into 2-3 short sessions a day if that helps you make it happen. Click here to read more.

Can I highlight my hair?
The effects of chemicals in hair dyes on a developing fetus are unknown. Some doctors recommend that women should avoid any kind of hair dyes while pregnant, or at least minimize use, especially during the first trimester. Highlighting or streaking your hair involves less scalp contact with dye, so it might be safer. Always use latex gloves and don't leave dye on longer than necessary. This will minimize skin contact and the level of absorption. If you do dye your hair, consider vegetable-based products like henna.
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