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Weeks 4-16

Nausea & Morning Sickness

Last reviewed by medical team: June 2026
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Why It Happens

Affects up to 80% of pregnant women, driven by rapidly rising pregnancy hormones (hCG and progesterone). It can occur at any time of day or night.

Safe Home Remedies

  • Eat small, frequent meals throughout the day.
  • Keep crackers by your bed and eat a few before getting up.
  • Drink ginger or peppermint tea.
  • Wear acupressure wristbands (Sea-Bands).

⚠️ When to Contact a Doctor

Call your doctor if you cannot keep liquids down for 24 hours, lose more than 5 lbs, feel dizzy or faint, or have dark-colored urine.

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Typical Week Ranges

This symptom commonly occurs during these weeks of pregnancy:

Related Conditions

Symptom matches for these prenatal conditions:

Clinical Questions & Answers

Q1: When does morning sickness peak?

Morning sickness usually peaks around weeks 9-11 and resolves by week 16 for most women.

Q2: What is Hyperemesis Gravidarum?

A severe, debilitating form of morning sickness characterized by persistent vomiting, dehydration, and weight loss requiring medical treatment.

Q3: Can I take medication for pregnancy nausea?

Yes, your doctor can prescribe safe options like Vitamin B6 combined with Unisom, or Zofran.