Research on HG's short- and long-term effects is desperately needed and needed now. We need to do more to find a cure for this disease that has such devastating effects on a growing number of soon-to-be mothers.

Congressman Xavier Becerra (CA)

HG forces women to make difficult decisions... the H.E.R. web site is the most comprehensice location to educatte oneself to make the best decisions.

Marlena S. Fejzo, PhD USA

HG is a devastating illness and yet so little research has been undertaken into causes and therapies.

Dr. Matthes Seeling, MD

HG is a termendously debilitating disease that can have life long consequences. This Web site will provide much needed support to mothers suffering from this disease.

TM Goodwin, MD USA

HG has a devastating personal and family impact and effective management is most important.

Ron Taylor, MD UK

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HG Stories & Forums

Share your experiences in one of our forum areas, discuss HG with others, or read testimonials and other's stories about their pregnancy.

Mother's Q&A Forums
An inclusive collection of forums ranging from trying to conceive to postpartum for moms. A great place to glean hope, support, and comfort from other women. You can also access forums for families and friends.
HG Experiences Forums
Share your story with others in any of the following forums.
- Stories of Humor
  Share a story from your pregnancy or recovery to help others find a way to laugh.
- Stories of Grief
  Families share the pain of miscarriage and/or losing their baby due to HG.
- Stories of Hope
  Mothers share the challenges of HG and how they survived.
2002-2004 [HuGS] HG Discussion Forums
Refer back to or finish discussions you started in our archived forum area (circa Nov. 2002 - May 2004)

HG Testimonials from Around the World

Voices of Mothers
Read brief comments from nearly one hundred women who have experienced HG in many parts of the world.
Health Professionals Speak Out Read a one page summary of comments about HG from experts and researchers dedicated to supporting women with HG.(Available as a 92 Kb PDF.)
International Summary A one page summary of comments from women around the world.(Available as a 92 Kb PDF.)
Testimonial Summary
A two page summary of comments from women around the world.(Available as a 92 Kb PDF.)

HER Founders' Stories

Kimber's Story
Kimber MacGibbon is a registered nurse and the founder of HER. She is focused on improving understanding of HG and promoting proactive treatment. She has experienced HG twice and is the mother of two healthy children, a son (1999) and a daughter (2003).

Updated on: Jul. 19, 2010