HG Pregnancy- What is it REALLY like?
I didn't know this was a thing before I got pregnant. Why would I think that my pregnancy would be that much different from everyone else's pregnancy? I knew nausea would be there, probably some days where I would throw up, and feel achy in the last trimester. I learned about Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) when I was so very sick during my pregnancy with Baby C. What is HG? According to WebMD : "When you have hyperemesis gravidarum, you vomit a lot, sometimes almost constantly. This can lead to problems like dehydration and weight loss. Morning sickness often fades by the end of the first trimester, but hyperemesis gravidarum usually lasts longer. It generally strikes between the 4th and 6th week of pregnancy, and may be at its worst around 9 to 13 weeks. The vomiting is so severe, most women are unable to go about their typical daily activities. Symptoms usually get better by the 20th week, but not always. Doctors don't know what causes it, but t...