How to Help the Morning Sick Mom

by Wendy Shaw

 

Each Mom experiences morning sickness differently. Some much more severe than others. Because of this the kind of help we give will be different too. Below are some suggestions that may be of use to you as ideas in themselves, or as a springboard to think of your own.

We can all agree all nausea is miserable. Just listening to the mom and what her needs are will go a long way in decing how to best help her where she is at.....

HOW TO HELP A MOM COPE WITH MORNING SICKNESS

 

1. Help with the duties and responsibilities that she is unable to do. Offer to do specific jobs that would help her, or her family. Meals for her family, laundry, dishes, childcare, ....the bathroom. 

2. Give her a card of encouragement. A small token of kindness can go a long way to encourage her.

3. If talking with someone is a good distraction for her, call or visit her often. The days and nights go by very slowly. 

4. Send flowers or something pretty to look at. Beautiful things can be uplifting to see.
Especially if she grounded to one part of the house for most of the day.

5. Read to her. Write her a poem. Sing, if she wants you to.
It’s nice for her to know that she is remembered, as she feels the world going on without her.

6. Be aware...her nose is extremely sensitive. Don't come near her if you have the slightest scent of cologne, aftershave, perfume, fabric softener, smoke, etc...on you.  

7.  Use encouraging words and tender comments. Pray with her.
This can be an emotionally trying experience and all conversations need to be optimistic and focus on the positive.

8.  Humor can be a welcome addition to her day.
A funny book, movie, or even yourself (can you tell a joke?)…may bring a smile. Making her laugh can be a much needed and great relief. 

9. Be supportive. Even though you cannot truly relate…It's real and miserable...try to understand how she feels! Let her cry. 

10. Change her bedding, towels, throw-up bowl.....I know it may be gross! But.........if you want to know how to help…...=)    

 

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