For most pregnant women, morning sickness is part of the deal.
A little nausea in the morning. Maybe you can’t stand the smell of your favorite food anymore. You sigh, sip some ginger tea, and move on.

But sometimes, it's more than that. Sometimes the nausea becomes non-stop vomiting, you can’t keep even water down, and your body starts giving up.

That’s when it might be Hyperemesis Gravidarum — and it needs more than home remedies.

Let’s break down the difference, what’s normal, and when you should call your doctor.

What Is Morning Sickness?

It’s mild-to-moderate nausea and occasional vomiting during the first trimester.
It usually:

• Starts around week 6
• Peaks by week 9
• Eases off by week 14–16

 

What it feels like:

• Nausea after waking up
• Sensitive to smells
• Vomiting once or twice a day, but still able to eat and drink

What helps:

• Ginger, lemon water
• Small frequent meals
• Dry toast or crackers in the morning
• Rest, fresh air

At Maternite Hospital, our top gynaecologist doctor in Jaipur reminds every mom — morning sickness is annoying, but rarely dangerous.

What Is Hyperemesis Gravidarum?

It’s severe, constant nausea and vomiting — way beyond “normal.”
You can't keep anything down. You lose weight. You feel dizzy, weak, and dehydrated.

Red flags:

• Vomiting more than 3–4 times a day
• Losing weight in early pregnancy
• Signs of dehydration (dry mouth, no urine, fatigue)
• Needing to skip work, meals, or basic tasks.

This condition may need IV fluids, medications, and sometimes hospitalization.

That’s why our best hospital for pregnancy is equipped with on-call emergency care and hydration therapy — no delay, no confusion.

How to Cope (and Still Stay Sane)

• Don’t hide it — many moms downplay their symptoms. Speak up.
• Ask your female doctor gynaecologist if anti-nausea medicines are safe (some are)
• Avoid strong smells (perfume, cooking, petrol)
• Use a cold cloth or mint spray to calm your senses
• Keep sipping — even small sips of coconut water help

This is not about being strong. It’s about being supported.

Final Thought

If you’re constantly throwing up and feel like no one understands — you’re not being dramatic.
You might just be dealing with something more than regular morning sickness. And it’s okay to need help.

At Maternite, we don’t just offer checkups — we offer comfort, clarity, and care that feels human. That’s why so many moms call us the best hospital for pregnancy in Jaipur, especially when pregnancy doesn’t follow the “easy” script.