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Surviving Christmas with Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Tips for a Gentle Holiday Season
Surviving Christmas with Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Tips for a Gentle Holiday Season The holiday season is meant to be a time of joy, togetherness, and indulgence, but for those battling Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG), it can feel overwhelming. HG, characterised by severe...
PSS attends “This Is Also Motherhood” MMHA Exhibition
Last week, Lindsay, our Community & Engagement Manager, was honoured to attend Maternal Mental Health Alliance (MMHA)’s incredible exhibition “This is Also Motherhood” in beautiful Berkley Square. Pregnancy Sickness Support is a proud member of the MMHA and we...
Brinda’s Fundraising Spotlight – In This Together October
My sickness started around 9–10 weeks and spiralled fast. Like many people with HG, drinking water was a challenge, so I went to ED just 30 minutes after leading a Teams meeting at work, where I was given IV fluids and Metoclopramide. For the next 36 hours, I felt...
A Preview of ICHG 2024
As the CEO of Pregnancy Sickness Support, I am excited to attend the International Colloquium on Hyperemesis Gravidarum (ICHG) 2024, where some of the most groundbreaking research in the field will be presented. This event is crucial for advancing our understanding...
Women driven to terminate wanted pregnancies due to hyperemesis gravidarum
Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a severe pregnancy complication characterized by extreme, persistent nausea and vomiting. Unlike typical morning sickness, HG can lead to serious health issues such as dehydration, weight loss, and malnutrition. The condition is often...
Researchers investigate the risk messages and advice given in pregnancy
Navigating pregnancy health advice can be overwhelming for many women, particularly due to conflicting messages and issues of trust and autonomy in the healthcare system. The WRISK Voices study, conducted in the UK, aimed to delve into women's lived experiences with...
HG has been a very isolating experience, when I called the helpline I felt listened to for the first time. It gave me the confidence to go back to my midwife and ask for further help.
Clare Holmes | Essex