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If you’ve got the “morning sickness blues” as some new mother-to-be have, eating some foods or any food at all might be a problem for you. Though it offers no consolation, nausea and vomiting are experienced to some extent by 75 percent of all pregnant women, with the severity varying from one woman to another. You may be reassured in knowing that the problem of morning sickness rarely lasts beyond the first trimester of pregnancy. Morning sickness is caused by hormone changes as your body adjusts to pregnancy. Although there is no “cure”, dietitians have some suggestions for remedies which seem to lessen the symptoms and help you through this time. Generally, it is recommended that pregnant women consume small amounts of easily digested foods. Avoid any foods that do not “set well” with you and don’t forget to include nutritious foods in adequate amounts each day. The following suggestions can help combat nausea and vomiting: Have crackers, dry toast or dry cereal at your beside. Eat a little before getting out of bed. Get up slowly. Avoid sudden movements. Eat small, frequent meals and avoid long periods of time without food. Drink fluids between, rather than with, meals. Small amounts of apple or grape juice may help when nausea develops between meals. Avoid greasy and fried foods. Eat lightly seasoned foods. When sleeping, allow plenty of fresh air into the room if the weather permits.