For Mothers

• HG FAQs
• About HG
• "Is this HG?"
• Surviving HG
• Nutrition
• Referral Network
• Treatments
• Resources
• Testimonials
• Q&A Forum
• HG Stories
• HER Research
• More Research
• Volunteers
• Other Support
• Recovery
• FAQ: Trying Again
• Preparation
• Alternatives
• Help HER

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Overview

Welcome to the area of our site we dedicate to mothers, those currently experiencing hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), or those who have endured it in the past. Perhaps you are reading this because your sister or mother had HG and you are concerned you, too, will face it. You will find a wealth of information, support, resources to help you, as well as ways you can use your experience to make a difference for another woman with HG. After you read the information, feel free to contact us if you have additional questions, we are here to help you.

"Nine months of nausea is a mind-altering experience."
From a HG Survivor

Get Info: Learn about HG, get some survival tips, download a survival guide or a progress chart, and learn about getting the nutrition you need.

• FAQs About HG
• About HG
• "Do I Have Morning Sickness or HG?"
• Survival Guide & Brochures (PDF)
• Nutritional Strategies

Get Help: Look up a healthcare professional in our Referral Network, common treatments for HG, and lots of helpful online resources, including website links about shopping online and about pregnancy & parenting.

• Treatment Protocol
• Referral Network
• Common Treatments
• More Resources

Get Support: Ask questions and share your stories in our Mothers' Forum, participate in HG Research, find hope & encouragement, or volunteer.

• Mother's Q&A Forums
• HG Stories
• Our Current Research Survey
• More Research Opportunities
• Our Volunteers
• Dealing With Loss
• Other Support Groups & Sites

Get Going: Get some info about what to do after pregancy and in preparation of another one.

• Postpartum Recovery
• FAQ: How do I decide if I should try to get pregnant again?
• Preparing for HG
• Pregnancy Alternatives (Adoption/Surrogacy)
• Volunteer: How to Help HER Foundation

Updated on: Nov. 20, 2006