FAQs

You are not alone with this problem! Around 80-90 per cent of pregnant women suffer from nausea at some point during their pregnancy, which is more common in the first trimester. We give you some tips that can help against nausea. If you suffer from prolonged or severe vomiting, you should see your doctor immediately. If the previous measures do not help, it is also advisable to consult a doctor. Use the telephone or go to an emergency room.

Some tips for mild nausea:

Eat a small snack before getting up, such as:
- Wholemeal biscuits
- Rusk
- Crispbread

and drink a cup of tea. Get up slowly afterwards.
Eat several small meals throughout the day and drink enough. Do not eat too much at once. Snacks between meals can be helpful.

Here are some examples:
- Wholemeal products
- Toast without butter
- Cracker
- Breakfast cereals without sugar
- Fruit
- Vegetables
- Salads

Choose foods that contain less:
fat
sugar

Here are some tips that can help you against heartburn:

- Eat slowly and not too much at once. Instead, you should eat more frequently throughout the day.

- Don't eat your last meal too close to bedtime.

- Listen to your body and avoid foods that have caused heartburn in the past.

- Carbohydrates, milk and dairy products can temporarily alleviate symptoms if consumed in moderation.

- Chew some nuts thoroughly.

Avoid the following foods:

- Carbonated drinks
- Food that is too fatty
- Foods that are too sweet
- Foods that are too acidic
- Food that is too strongly flavoured.