Hello,

Thanks for writing to us. I am giving answer to your query.

Nausea & vomiting is quite common thing in early weeks of pregnancy and it may extend up to 4 months. In case of severe vomiting or hyperemesis gravidarum, you wife may need medical attention or hospitalization. To combat mild to moderate nausea/vomiting, she can take medication like doxinate after consulting with her Obstetrician.

Follow some basic things for healthy pregnancy.

1) Take Healthy protein XXXXXXX diet with extra 350 Kcal/day than usual and eat leafy vegetables & fresh fruits.
2) Drink lots of fluid/water to stay hydrated & for better feto-placental circulation.
3) Take dry food preferably puffed rice or other to avoid the tendency of nausea.
4) Take an adequate bed rest and preferably 8-10 hrs daily in divided schedule.
5) Try to avoid stress/tension/emotional upset by regular XXXXXXX breathing.
6) Main personal hygiene including breast & genital care with proper washing.
7) Do periodic check up as per schedule with ultrasound scan to assess growth & development of fetus.
8) Take Iron/calcium supplements from 16 weeks onwards, Two doses of TT in the 2nd trimester and complete all necessary investigations.
9) Periodic measurement of Weight gain and BP. 10-12 kg weight gain is normal in pregnancy period.

Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Wish her for good health and successful motherhood.

Regards,
Dr Soumen

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