Women who have an overactive thyroid gland may also vomit and feel nauseated. Your doctor or midwife may order blood tests to determine whether thyroid disease, in addition to the pregnancy, is making you feel sick. For mild to moderate morning sickness, your best bet is to experiment with home remedies to find out what works for you. Here are some strategies my patients have found successful. Keep crackers and flat cola by the bedside and have a few bites before you even get out of bed.
Some women get relief from sour or salty foods such as lemons, pickles or olives.
Vitamin B6 sometimes quells nausea. A typical dose is 25 mg three times a day, but check with your doctor before taking any extra vitamins. Avoid odors that may trigger nausea. For example, when my wife was pregnant, I couldn't brew a pot of coffee in the house. Some women have an aversion to the smell of fried foods or garlic.