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  • Malnutrition Awareness Week

    The HER Foundation is an official ambassador of ASPEN Malnutrition Awareness Week TM! Malnutrition Awareness Week TM is a mark of the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN). Used with permission from ASPEN. Malnutrition Awareness Week Schedule  

  • World Mental Health Day

    The overall objective of World Mental Health Day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health. The day provides an opportunity for all stakeholders working on mental health issues to talk about their work, and what more needs to be done to make…

  • Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day

    Whether the loss is miscarriage, termination, stillbirth, or neonatal loss, we remember the babies we hold in our hearts. Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day honors our lost little ones. We invite you to add your HG baby to our memorial page.  

  • Meet HER Ambassador Kathryn Romine

    Meet Kathryn Romine at 5 PM/PST on Sunday, October 24th, where she will share her HG journey with Kimber and explain why she is part of the HER Ambassador Council. Follow HER on Instagram @HGmoms.

  • Prematurity Awareness Month

    November is Prematurity Awareness Month. Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is one of the leading causes of prematurity. 15% of HG pregnancies result in premature birth (a 4-fold increased risk) are more likely to deliver babies that are small for gestational age and growth restricted.  Support HER Foundation’s efforts to improve the care of HG mothers and…

  • Prematurity Awareness Day

    November 17th is Prematurity Awareness Day. Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is one of the leading causes of prematurity. 15% of HG pregnancies result in premature birth (a 4-fold increased risk) and are more likely to result in babies that are small for gestational age and growth restricted.  Support HER Foundation’s efforts to improve the care of…

  • Honor Maria: I am 1 MOM

    Honor Maria by participating in November 25th's I am 1 MOM event. Maria’s voice was silenced due to preventable complications of HG, and we all must be a voice for her. No mother should be silenced by HG! You can help create change by being a voice for Maria. Share a selfie with your right…

  • Giving Tuesday 2021

    21 Years of Impact was made possible by the support of our community. And there is such hope for change. Don't you feel it! Here at HER, we are ready for a BIG day in the nonprofit world: Giving Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Giving Tuesday is the largest giving day of the year, and we…

  • Blood Clot Awareness Month

    The risk of clotting or embolism increases due to pregnancy and is exacerbated by dehydration, malnutrition, and immobility due to Hyperemesis Gravidarum. HER research finds that HG patients have an 8-fold increased risk of blood clots after an HG pregnancy compared to controls. 

  • Black Maternal Health Week 2022

    April 11-17, 2022, is Black Maternal Health Week. At the HER Foundation, we are dedicated to providing research, resources, and support for people affected by HG. We join the celebration of BMHW22 because we know that Black patients have additional systemic hurdles to overcome to get quality HG treatment and specialized medical care during pregnancy.…

  • HG Awareness Month 2022

    Join the HER Foundation as we raise awareness about HG's Impact during HG Awareness Month, May 2022.

  • Sepsis Awareness Month 2022

    September is Sepsis Awareness Month. According to the CDC, 13.9% of maternal deaths between 2016-2018 were caused by infection or sepsis. HG puts patients at higher risk due to reduced…

  • Malnutrition Awareness Week 2022

    The HER Foundation has partnered with ASPEN, the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, for ASPEN Malnutrition Awareness Week TM (MAW) on September 19-23, 2022. For more information and…

  • HER Foundation is 22

    22 years of Helping Generations survive HG! From 2000 to 2022, we have been building a healthier future for the next generation! Our research, support, advocacy, and education resources have reached over 2,200,000 people across the globe.

    Join the celebration throughout October!

  • Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month

    Whether the loss is miscarriage, termination, stillbirth, or neonatal, we remember the babies we hold in our hearts. Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month honors our lost little ones. We…

  • Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day

    Whether the loss is miscarriage, termination, stillbirth, or neonatal, we remember. Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day honors the babies we hold in our hearts. We invite you to add…

  • Giving Tuesday 2022

    22 Years of Helping Generations survive HG is made possible by the support of our community. Here at HER, we are ready for a BIG day in the nonprofit world:…

  • International HG Awareness Month 2023

    Join the HER Foundation as we raise awareness about HG Reality during HG Awareness Month, May 2023. Follow the events calendar. GET INVOLVED JOIN the #HERDanceParty. SHARE your HG story. FUNDRAISE for…

  • World Maternal Mental Health Day

    World Maternal Mental Health Day World Mental Health Day is observed on the first Wednesday in May each year. This year, this theme is all about supporting each other through…

  • International Bereaved Mother’s Day

    International Bereaved Mother's Day is the first Sunday in May each year. This is a day for mothers and parents to remember the children they have lost.  HG increases the risk of miscarriage, unwanted termination, stillbirth, and neonatal loss. We know the grief is great, but all of us at the HER Foundation are here…

  • Update: #HERDanceParty!

    Get ready for the upcoming #HERDanceParty! Join the party and help us create awareness for HG and the HER Foundation. Share your own dance videos with #HERDanceParty, and let’s create a wave of love, support, and cuteness! Let’s make a difference together!

  • Funny Friday: HG Memes

    HG Memes are back for HG Awareness Month 2023. The HER Foundation invites you to be part of the fun on Funny Fridays throughout May! We all know the crazy things that happen during HG! We invite you to take your favorite kid pictures and make them into HG memes. How to participate: Send your…

  • #HERDanceParty Day!

    The Big Day is here! Watch the #HERDanceParty! Let’s make a difference together!

  • Funny Friday: HG Memes

    HG Memes are back for HG Awareness Month 2023. The HER Foundation invites you to be part of the fun on Funny Fridays throughout May! We all know the crazy things that happen during HG! We invite you to take your favorite kid pictures and make them into HG memes. How to participate: Send your…

  • Funny Friday: HG Memes

    HG Memes are back for HG Awareness Month 2023. The HER Foundation invites you to be part of the fun on Funny Fridays throughout May! We all know the crazy things that happen during HG! We invite you to take your favorite kid pictures and make them into HG memes. How to participate: Send your…

  • PTSD Awareness Day 2023

    With the advances in nutrition and fluid replacements, most patients survive hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) with few life-threatening complications. However, the stress, pain, and helplessness of HG cause persistent psychological distress…

  • World Breastfeeding Week 2023

    Each year, the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action promotes World Breast Feeding Week from August 1-7. The 2023 theme is Enabling breastfeeding: making a difference for working parents. While there are benefits for breastfeeding, not all HG survivors are able to breastfeed. Learn more about breastfeeding across the globe from the World Health Organization (WHO).

  • Breastfeeding After HG with Susan Fuchs

    ​Join our Instagram Live with Susan Fuchs, MS, IBCLC, "Reclaiming Your Power Through Breastfeeding" on Sunday, August 13th, 2023, at 5pm Pacific. Hear Susan share her HG journey and expertise on breastfeeding in a conversation with Kimber MacGibbon, RN. Learn more about: How breastmilk adapts to baby's needs. How breastfeeding impacts our health. How breastfeeding affects…

  • Black Breastfeeding Week 2023

    The 2021 theme for Black Breastfeeding Week 2023: We Outside! Celebrating Connection & Our Communities! #WeOutSide Read why Black Breastfeeding Week is important.

  • Breastfeeding Techniques with Hoda Shawky

    Join us live on Friday, August 25th at 5 PM Pacific for Breastfeeding Techniques. Hoda Shawky, MSN, CPNP, PMHS, IBCLC, HER Advisory Council, and Kimber MacGibbon, RN, HER Executive Director, will discuss breastfeeding techniques, support options, and more.

  • Prematurity Awareness Month

    November is Prematurity Awareness Month. Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is one of the leading causes of prematurity and results in babies that are small for gestational age and growth restricted. Support HER Foundation’s efforts to improve the care of HG mothers and prevent prematurity through research and education. What you can do to raise awareness: Talk…

  • Prematurity Awareness Day

    November 17th is Prematurity Awareness Day. Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is one of the leading causes of prematurity and results in babies that are small for gestational age and growth restricted. Support HER Foundation’s efforts to improve the care of HG mothers and prevent prematurity through research and education. What you can do to raise awareness:…

  • Expert Insights: Nutrition During HG with Kris Mogensen

    ​Join Kimber MacGibbon, RN, and Kris M. Mogensen, MS, RD-AP, LDN, CNSC, for a live Instagram discussion on nutrition during hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). Kris M. Mogensen is a registered dietitian and Certified Nutrition Support Clinician in the Brigham and Women's Hospital Department of Nutrition. She is a national leader at ASPEN and specializes in managing…

  • Honor Maria

    Be a voice for Maria! Honor Maria! Join the global maternal health community in honoring Maria and her twins on Friday, November 25. No mother should be silenced by HG, but Maria’s voice was silenced due to preventable complications. We all must be a voice for her.    Share a selfie with your right index finger…

  • Giving Tuesday – 2023

    Celebrate Giving Tuesday with Us! Here at HER, we are ready for a BIG day in the nonprofit world: Giving Tuesday, November 28, 2023. Giving Tuesday is the largest giving…

  • World Folic Acid Awareness Week

    January 1-7 marks World Folic Acid Awareness Week. Shedding light on the significance of folic acid (FA) in our lives, particularly for those with HG. What do you know? Folic…

  • Maternal Health Awareness Day

    On Maternal Health Awareness Day, we join ACOG and the maternal health community to highlight maternal morbidity and mortality, and its consequences for the next generation. Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)* is not…

  • Heart Health Month

    February is Heart Health Month, and we want you to protect your heart before, during, and after HG. Four Ways to Protect Your Heart 1. Take your thiamin. Thiamin deficiency (wet beriberi)…

  • Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week

    During Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re reminded of the unique challenges faced by mothers, particularly those with Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG). HG is not just a physical condition; it significantly…

  • HG Awareness Month 2024

    Join the HER Foundation as we raise awareness about HG Hope during HG Awareness Month, May 2024. The annual theme is decided in collaboration with leaders of HG organizations and…

  • Bereaved Mother’s Day

    Bereaved Mother's Day is the first Sunday in May each year. This is a day for mothers and parents to remember the children they have lost.  HG increases the risk…

  • HG Memes for HGAM

    HG Memes are back for HG Awareness Month 2024 HG Memes are back for HG Awareness Month! We are inviting you to be part of meme Mondays all through May!…

  • National Nurse’s Day & Thank You To Midwives

    Today is National Nurse's Day! Nurses and midwives play a crucial role in the care of Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) patients. Thank you for your dedication and compassion! Have a nurse or…

  • HG Memes for HGAM

    HG Memes are back for HG Awareness Month 2024 HG Memes are back for HG Awareness Month! We are inviting you to be part of meme Mondays all through May!…

  • HG Memes for HGAM

    HG Memes are back for HG Awareness Month 2024 HG Memes are back for HG Awareness Month! We are inviting you to be part of meme Mondays all through May!…

  • HG Memes for HGAM

    HG Memes are back for HG Awareness Month 2024 HG Memes are back for HG Awareness Month! We are inviting you to be part of meme Mondays all through May!…

  • Event: ICHG 2024

    Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach 450 East Harbor Boulevard, Ventura, CA, United States

    Join us November 6-7, 2024, in Ventura, California (near Los Angeles), for ICHG 2024. The conference is days of engaging with top scientists and clinicians specializing in HG management. Bringing together the world’s leading researchers in hyperemesis gravidarum, this two day event in the heart of the Golden State will be an excellent opportunity for delegates to…

  • Giving Tuesday – 2024

    Celebrate Giving Tuesday with Us! Here at HER, we are ready for a BIG day in the nonprofit world: Giving Tuesday, December 4, 2024. Giving Tuesday is the largest giving…

  • HG Trauma Support Group

    The HER Foundation is expanding its live support group offerings, and we're thrilled to announce a new Support Group for HG Trauma! This support group provides a safe, compassionate space…

  • HG Trauma Support Group – April 2025

    The trauma of enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can leave lasting emotional and mental scars. This support group provides a safe, compassionate space for those impacted by HG-related trauma to connect,…

    $10
  • HG Awareness Month

    May is Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)* Awareness Month, and the HER Foundation is celebrating 25 years of progress as we aim to support mothers, improve treatment for this serious condition, and…

  • HG Trauma Support Group – May 2025

    The trauma of enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can leave lasting emotional and mental scars. This support group provides a safe, compassionate space for those impacted by HG-related trauma to connect,…

    $10
  • Maternal Sepsis Week

    This week is Maternal Sepsis Week, a time to share helpful, empowering information that can support those who have experienced Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG).

  • Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) Awareness Day

    Today is Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) Awareness Day, a powerful moment in HG Awareness Month to reflect on how far we’ve come and how far we still need to go.

  • World Preeclampsia Day

    Preeclampsia is a dangerous pregnancy complication marked by high blood pressure and signs of organ stress. And research shows that those with prolonged HG are twice as likely to develop preeclampsia and at nearly double the risk for eclamptic seizures.

  • HG Trauma Support Group – June 2025

    The trauma of enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can leave lasting emotional and mental scars. This support group provides a safe, compassionate space for those impacted by HG-related trauma to connect, process, and begin the path toward healing. What to Expect: 🌟 A supportive environment facilitated by a professional specializing in HG and trauma recovery. 🌟…

    $10
  • HG Trauma Support Group – July 2025

    The trauma of enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can leave lasting emotional and mental scars. This support group provides a safe, compassionate space for those impacted by HG-related trauma to connect, process, and begin the path toward healing. What to Expect: 🌟 A supportive environment facilitated by a professional specializing in HG and trauma recovery. 🌟…

    $10
  • HG Trauma Support Group – August 2025

    The trauma of enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can leave lasting emotional and mental scars. This support group provides a safe, compassionate space for those impacted by HG-related trauma to connect,…

    $10
  • HG Trauma Support Group – September 2025

    The trauma of enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can leave lasting emotional and mental scars. This support group provides a safe, compassionate space for those impacted by HG-related trauma to connect,…

    $10
  • HG Trauma Support Group – October 2025

    The trauma of enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can leave lasting emotional and mental scars. This support group provides a safe, compassionate space for those impacted by HG-related trauma to connect,…

  • Mindful Eating Support Group – October 2025

    Navigating your relationship with food after experiencing Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can be complex and emotional. This live support group offers a compassionate, judgment-free space to gently rebuild trust with your…

  • HG Loss Support Group – October 2025

    Navigating the grief of losing a pregnancy due to Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a unique and deeply emotional journey. This support group is a safe space for individuals who have…

  • HG Trauma Support Group – November 2025

    The trauma of enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can leave lasting emotional and mental scars. This support group provides a safe, compassionate space for those impacted by HG-related trauma to connect,…

  • HG Loss Support Group – November 2025

    Navigating the grief of losing a pregnancy due to Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a unique and deeply emotional journey. This support group is a safe space for individuals who have…

  • Mindful Eating Support Group – November 2025

    Navigating your relationship with food after experiencing Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can be complex and emotional. This live support group offers a compassionate, judgment-free space to gently rebuild trust with your body and find peace around eating again. 🗓️ Date: Monday, November 17th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 11 am (PT) / 1 pm (CT) / 2 pm…

  • HG Caregivers Support Group – November 2025

    Supporting the supporters — because caring for someone with HG is its own journey. Caring for a loved one with Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can be overwhelming, isolating, and emotionally draining. This live support group provides a safe, understanding space for partners, family members, and friends to connect with others who get it. 🗓️ Date: Saturday,…

  • HG Trauma Support Group – December 2025

    The trauma of enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can leave lasting emotional and mental scars. This support group provides a safe, compassionate space for those impacted by HG-related trauma to connect, process, and begin the path toward healing. 📍 New Platform — Now on Zoom We’ve moved this group to Zoom to make it even easier…

  • HG Loss Support Group – December 2025

    Navigating the grief of losing a pregnancy due to Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a unique and deeply emotional journey. This support group is a safe space for individuals who have experienced a loss to connect, share, and heal together. 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, December 9th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 11 am (PT) / 1 pm (CT) /…

  • Mindful Eating Support Group – December 2025

    Navigating your relationship with food after experiencing Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can be complex and emotional. This live support group offers a compassionate, judgment-free space to gently rebuild trust with your body and find peace around eating again. 🗓️ Date: Monday, December 15th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 11 am (PT) / 1 pm (CT) / 2 pm…

  • HG Trauma Support Group – January 2026

    The trauma of enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can leave lasting emotional and mental scars. This support group provides a safe, compassionate space for those impacted by HG-related trauma to connect, process, and begin the path toward healing. 📍 New Platform — Now on Zoom We’ve moved this group to Zoom to make it even easier…

  • HG Loss Support Group – January 2026

    Navigating the grief of losing a pregnancy due to Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a unique and deeply emotional journey. This support group is a safe space for individuals who have experienced a loss to connect, share, and heal together. 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, January 13th, 2026 ⏰ Time: 11 am (PT) / 1 pm (CT) /…

  • Mindful Eating Support Group – January 2026

    Navigating your relationship with food after experiencing Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can be complex and emotional. This live support group offers a compassionate, judgment-free space to gently rebuild trust with your body and find peace around eating again. 🗓️ Date: Monday, January 19th, 2026 ⏰ Time: 11 am (PT) / 1 pm (CT) / 2 pm…

  • HG Trauma Support Group – February 2026

    The trauma of enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can leave lasting emotional and mental scars. This support group provides a safe, compassionate space for those impacted by HG-related trauma to connect, process, and begin the path toward healing. 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, February 13th, 2026 ⏰ Time: 11 am (PT) / 1 pm (CT) / 2 pm (ET) What to…

  • HG Loss Support Group – February 2026

    Navigating the grief of losing a pregnancy due to Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a unique and deeply emotional journey. This support group is a safe space for individuals who have experienced a loss to connect, share, and heal together. 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, February 10th, 2026 ⏰ Time: 11 am (PT) / 1 pm (CT) /…

  • Mindful Eating Support Group – February 2026

    Navigating your relationship with food after experiencing Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can be complex and emotional. This live support group offers a compassionate, judgment-free space to gently rebuild trust with your…

  • HG Caregivers Support Group – February 2026

    Supporting the supporters — because caring for someone with HG is its own journey. Caring for a loved one with Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can be overwhelming, isolating, and emotionally draining.…

  • HG Trauma Support Group – March 2026

    The trauma of enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can leave lasting emotional and mental scars. This support group provides a safe, compassionate space for those impacted by HG-related trauma to connect,…

  • HG Loss Support Group – March 2026

    Navigating the grief of losing a pregnancy due to Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a unique and deeply emotional journey. This support group is a safe space for individuals who have…

  • Mindful Eating Support Group – March 2026

    Navigating your relationship with food after experiencing Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can be complex and emotional. This live support group offers a compassionate, judgment-free space to gently rebuild trust with your…

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