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Tis the season to Fundraise for Pregnancy Sickness Support
"It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas..." For many, this season brings joy, celebrations, and togetherness—crisp frosty walks, school nativities, the warm glow of festive lights, and the aroma of mulled spices. But for those enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum...
Penny’s HG Story
Penny’s Journey with Hyperemesis Gravidarum Penny has bravely shared her story of battling hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). Below, in her own words, Penny recounts her experiences of pregnancy, the physical and emotional toll of HG, and the difficult decisions it forced...
The Impact of GP comments
Good Hyperemesis Care starts in Primary Care In response to our recent post on social media about things General Practitioners (GPs) have said to Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) sufferers, we were inundated with hundreds of examples of unhelpful, misinformed, uneducated...
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