HG Online Zoom Support Group - August 2024
2024-08-15 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
As a service to moms with a current or prior diagnosis of HG, the HER Foundation hosts free, HG online support group via Zoom on the third Thursday of the month from 12-1 PM/CST. Begin or continue the healing by connecting with other HG survivors. The HG online support group is facilitated by HER Foundation Advisory Council Members and HG survivors, Sarah Coffman and Elizabeth Lowder.
Learn more:
You are not alone!

Important Update: Zoom Support Group Registration
To enhance the safety and security of our support group participants, we are transitioning to a registration format for our Zoom support groups. This change aims to protect our community and ensure a supportive environment for everyone.
New Registration Process:

One-Time Registration: You will need to register just once for access to all Zoom support groups through November 2025.
Review and Approval: After submitting your registration, our HER Foundation team will review and manually accept members. Please be patient as we complete this process.
Important Notes:

We do not hold meetings in December due to the holidays.
We will update the link for 2026 Zoom support groups in Dec. 2025.

To help us confirm that you are part of our Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) community, please answer the questions in the registration form as thoroughly as possible.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we implement this new system to keep our community safe and secure.
Register for HER’s Monthly Zoom Support Group

Additional Links:

Join our NEW HER HG Community Engagement Platform.
Find a support group that fits your needs.

HG Online Zoom Support Group - September 2024
2024-09-19 10:00 - 11:00
As a service to moms with a current or prior diagnosis of HG, the HER Foundation hosts free, HG online support group via Zoom on the third Thursday of the month from 12-1 PM/CST. Begin or continue the healing by connecting with other HG survivors. The HG online support group is facilitated by HER Foundation Advisory Council Members and HG survivors, Sarah Coffman and Elizabeth Lowder.
Learn more:
You are not alone!

Important Update: Zoom Support Group Registration
To enhance the safety and security of our support group participants, we are transitioning to a registration format for our Zoom support groups. This change aims to protect our community and ensure a supportive environment for everyone.
New Registration Process:

One-Time Registration: You will need to register just once for access to all Zoom support groups through November 2025.
Review and Approval: After submitting your registration, our HER Foundation team will review and manually accept members. Please be patient as we complete this process.
Important Notes:

We do not hold meetings in December due to the holidays.
We will update the link for 2026 Zoom support groups in Dec. 2025.

To help us confirm that you are part of our Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) community, please answer the questions in the registration form as thoroughly as possible.
Register for HER’s Monthly Zoom Support Group

Additional Links:

Join our NEW HER HG Community Engagement Platform.
Find a support group that fits your needs.

HG Online Zoom Support Group - October 2024
2024-10-17 10:00 - 11:00

Event: ICHG 2024
2024-11-06 - 2024-11-07 | Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, 450 East Harbor Boulevard, Ventura, CA, 93001, 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 hear about the latest research developments and innovative treatments for this complex condition.
If you have any queries about the ICHG 2024 conference, please contact Aimee Brecht-Doscher.
Stay up to date on important information: https://www.hyperemesis.org/ichg2024/
Important information for ICHG 2024 conference

Call for Abstracts
Book your hotel room at the Crowne Plaza (Call the hotel directly to extend your stay.)
Registration

HG Online Zoom Support Group - November 2024
2024-11-21 10:00 - 11:00

Giving Tuesday - 2024
2024-12-03
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 day of the year, and we hope you’ll join us in celebrating 24 years of HER providing help and hope for families with hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) across the globe.
YOU CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN. Support the HER Foundation, and feel great knowing that you are part of a worldwide movement, working to raise awareness for HG with our exciting work in 2025!
On Giving Tuesday, we ask for your support to help us continue our work. Your donation will help us to:

Fund research into HG to find better treatments and a cure.
Provide support and guidance to affected mothers and families.
Advocate for HG awareness and recognition.
Educate healthcare professionals.

Will you join the global generosity movement and celebrate the act of giving? Donate today: Hyperemesis.org/donate.

Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a debilitating pregnancy condition that causes severe nausea, vomiting, and weight loss. It can be so severe that it can lead to hospitalization and even miscarriage. The HER Foundation is the leading global organization dedicated to raising awareness of HG and providing support to affected mothers and families.

HG Online Zoom Support Group - January 2025
2025-01-16 10:00 - 11:00

HG Online Zoom Support Group - February 2025
2025-02-20 10:00 - 11:00

HG Trauma Support Group
2025-03-03 11:00 - 12:00
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 for those impacted by HG-related trauma to connect, process, and begin the path toward healing.

Special Gift: Free Intro Session in March!
We’re offering our first session on March 3rd, 2025, from 11 am – 12 pm (PT) / 2 pm – 3 pm (ET) absolutely FREE! This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the group and connect with others. Please note that while this March 3rd session is free, all sessions after this date will have a small fee*.
How to Join:
To register for this new live support group, and view all our upcoming events, you’ll need to join our community on Circle. Sign up once, and you’ll be able to see and register for all future events we host! Plus, you’ll have the chance to join our other support groups and even sign up to be a HER Volunteer!
Join HERE!

*A small fee will help us cover the costs of program technology fees and maintaining the quality of support services. Your contribution also helps sustain and grow our community initiatives.
**Disclaimer: Although this support group is led by health professionals, it is not psychotherapy and should not be considered a substitute for individual or group therapy. If a participant’s needs fall outside the scope of this group, they may be asked to seek professional support.

HG Online Zoom Support Group - March 2025
2025-03-20 10:00 - 11:00

Seeking all artists who have had Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)
2025-04-01 - 2025-07-02
CALL FOR ARTISTS!
Seeking artists who have had hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) or other pregnancy illnesses and are creating work about their experiences for a group exhibit at dnj Gallery, Santa Monica, CA.
Artists: Visual art, writers, etc.
SUBMISSION DIRECTIONS:
To submit your work, send 1–3 images of your work along with an artist statement* and a bio** to office@dnjgallery.net.
Submission Deadline: July 2nd, 2025
Work must be sent by September 2nd, 2025 to dnj Gallery.
“The Curse of the Blessing” Exhibition
September 21st – November 29th, 2025
dnj Gallery and ArtandMed
*An artist statement is a concise, often personal, piece of writing that helps viewers understand the artist’s creative process, intentions, and the meaning behind their work. It’s essentially a short introduction to an artist’s work, explaining why they create (definitely in relation to HG), what they’re trying to say, and what they hope the viewer will take away. State why you’re making art – to deal with the symptoms of HG. Explaining your thoughts about all your work, not one piece.
** Bio is a concise account of an artist’s life and career, often used to introduce them to audiences. It’s a narrative that highlights their artistic journey, background, and accomplishments.

Photography by Clare Hughes

HG Trauma Support Group - April 2025
2025-04-07 11:00 - 12:00
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.
🌟 A chance to share your experiences with others who truly understand the depth of HG-related challenges.
🌟 Practical tools and resources to help you manage trauma and its ongoing effects.
How to Join:
To register for this new live support group, and view all our upcoming events, you’ll need to join our community on Circle. Sign up once, and you’ll be able to see and register for all future events we host! Plus, you’ll have the chance to join our other support groups and even sign up to be a HER Volunteer!
Join Here!
Cost: A small fee of $10 is required to join this session, which helps us cover the costs of platform technology fees, resources, and maintaining the quality of support services. Your contribution also helps sustain and grow our community initiatives.
**Disclaimer: Although this support group is led by health professionals, it is not psychotherapy and should not be considered a substitute for individual or group therapy. If a participant’s needs fall outside the scope of this group, they may be asked to consult with a group leader for appropriate referrals to professional support.
Refund & Rescheduling Policy:
We do not offer refunds for paid support group sessions. However, you may request a one-time transfer to a future session if made at least 48 hours before your scheduled date. Transfers are subject to availability and cannot be changed again.
Thank you for your understanding!
Scholarship Opportunities Coming Soon!
If you’re facing significant financial hardship and unable to attend due to cost, a scholarship option will be available soon. Our goal is to make support accessible to those in need. Stay tuned for details on how to apply!

HG Online Zoom Support Group - April 2025
2025-04-17 10:00 - 11:00

HG Awareness Month
2025-05-01 - 2025-05-31
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 eradicate HG.
25 years of progress
We’re celebrating HG Progress: the powerful strides we’ve made in understanding, treating, and supporting those facing hyperemesis gravidarum. From expanding access to HG-informed care and launching new global research collaborations to strengthening our advocacy impact and growing community support networks, we are seeing real change.
Progress is happening, and it’s just the beginning.
We can’t do it without you – This year marks 25 years of progress and hope, thanks to our supporters. We’re aiming to raise $25,000 this month to supercharge our impact. Join us by contributing at hyperemesis.org/donate.

“The adverse health consequences for mother and child, as well as the costs of healthcare and lost productivity affect families, the community, and the nation. These patients and their children deserve excellent care and a chance at a healthy future.” ~ Kimber MacGibbon, RN, MS

*Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a debilitating and potentially life-threatening pregnancy disease marked by rapid weight loss, malnutrition, and dehydration due to unrelenting nausea and/or vomiting with potential adverse consequences for the mom-to-be and the newborn(s).

Bereaved Mother's Day
2025-05-04
Bereaved Mother’s Day is dedicated to remembering and honoring mothers who have lost a child. One in three HG pregnancies does
not make it to term, resulting in many grieving families. Whether your loss is due to miscarriage, termination, stillbirth, or neonatal loss, the HER Foundation is here for you.
Resources: hyperemesis.org/loss
hyperemesis.org/support
https://www.hyperemesis.org/in-memoriam/

HG Trauma Support Group - May 2025
2025-05-05 11:00 - 12:00
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.
🌟 A chance to share your experiences with others who truly understand the depth of HG-related challenges.
🌟 Practical tools and resources to help you manage trauma and its ongoing effects.
How to Join:
To register for this new live support group, and view all our upcoming events, you’ll need to join our community on Circle. Sign up once, and you’ll be able to see and register for all future events we host! Plus, you’ll have the chance to join our other support groups and even sign up to be a HER Volunteer!
Join Here!
Cost: A small fee of $10 is required to join this session, which helps us cover the costs of platform technology fees, resources, and maintaining the quality of support services. Your contribution also helps sustain and grow our community initiatives.
**Disclaimer: Although this support group is led by health professionals, it is not psychotherapy and should not be considered a substitute for individual or group therapy. If a participant’s needs fall outside the scope of this group, they may be asked to consult with a group leader for appropriate referrals to professional support.
Refund & Rescheduling Policy:
We do not offer refunds for paid support group sessions. However, you may request a one-time transfer to a future session if made at least 48 hours before your scheduled date. Transfers are subject to availability and cannot be changed again.
Thank you for your understanding!
Scholarship Opportunity:
If you’re facing significant financial hardship and unable to attend due to cost, please email us at help@hyperemesis.org. Our goal is to make support accessible to those in need.

World Maternal Mental Health Day
2025-05-07
Observed on the first Wednesday in May, this day is dedicated to supporting each other through the worldwide journey of maternal mental health. Far too often, pregnant and postpartum mothers suffer in silence, with symptoms going undetected and untreated. Today, we raise our voices, share our stories, and shine a light on the often unseen emotional toll of pregnancy and the postpartum period. Whether you are currently struggling or healing from past experiences, your journey matters. Every mot
her’s voice strengthens this movement.
Mothers facing conditions like Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) are at significantly higher risk for maternal mental health complications:

26% report suicidal ideation
18% meet the criteria for PTSD
Around 50% experience trauma
52% consider pregnancy termination

50% are diagnosed with a postpartum psychiatric condition
Over 80% face psychosocial struggles

These statistics reflect real, lived experiences. If you have faced anxiety, depression, trauma, or grief related to pregnancy, childbirth, or HG, know that you are not alone. Speaking up helps others feel seen, supported, and less isolated.
Together, we can break the silence. Let’s continue advocating for better screening, compassionate care, and systems that address both physical and mental health. Every story shared helps build a future where maternal mental health is prioritized and no one has to suffer in silence.
Resources:
National Maternal Mental Health Line: 1-833-943-5746 (1-833-9-HELP4MOMS)
Postpartum Support International
HER HG Support Group

Children’s Mental Health Day
2025-05-08
HG Progress 2025: Hope for the Next Generation
Child’s Mental Health Awareness Day is a powerful reminder that our choices, advocacy, and research now shape the health and wellbeing of future generations. At the HER Foundation, we envision a future where Hyperemesis Gravidarum no longer affects pregnancies or the lifelong health of mothers and children. That future starts with the progress we make today.
Did you know that research shows higher rates of mental health concerns in children born after a pregnancy affected by severe HG? Studies have found that babies exposed to HG in utero are more likely to experience emotional or behavioral challenges in adulthood (Wang et al., 2020). HG pregnancies are also at greater risk for preterm birth, which is independently linked to long-term mental health issues (Shaw et al., 2023).
This makes early and effective treatment of HG essential. Supporting mothers and families during and after pregnancy does not only improve their quality of life in the moment; it helps protect the mental health of their children for years to come.
We share this knowledge to empower you. Advocate for early, aggressive care. Ask the right questions. Support your child if challenges arise, knowing you are not alone. Understanding these risks gives families the tools they need to seek care and push for better outcomes.
Read the research: hyperemesis.org/research/risks-outcomes
Help us continue the progress. By raising awareness, advocating for better care, and supporting families living with HG, we are creating a healthier future for the next generation.
Together, we offer something powerful: hope. Hope that our children will grow up in a world where HG is better understood, better treated, and far less likely to shape their futures.
Resources: www.hyperemesis.org/general/managing-challenging-behaviors/

Mother's Day 2025
2025-05-11
Mother’s Day: Honoring the Strength Behind the Struggle
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the love, resilience, and sacrifices of mothers everywhere — but for those who have endured or are enduring Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG), it can also be a day full of complex emotions.
HG is more than “morning sickness.” It is a life-altering, often traumatic condition that can leave lasting physical and emotional scars. For many, it turns what should be a joyful experience into a fight for survival — for both mother and baby. The journey is isolating, exhausting, and all too often misunderstood.
This Mother’s Day, we recognize the unique strength of HG mothers:

The ones who have fought through relentless nausea, dehydration, and hospitalizations
The ones who have made heartbreaking decisions no mother should have to face
The ones still grieving losses or navigating postpartum recovery
The ones parenting through trauma while trying to heal

Your courage, your voice, and your story matter.
At the HER Foundation, we see you. We honor every step of your journey, whether it was one pregnancy or many, whether you are still in it or reflecting back. You are not alone.
As we celebrate motherhood, let’s also raise awareness, offer compassion, and advocate for better care for all who experience HG. Every mother deserves support, not just on Mother’s Day, but every day.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the warrior moms. We honor you.
Resource: National Maternal Mental Health Line: 1-833-943-5746 (1-833-9-HELP4MOMS)

Maternal Sepsis Week
2025-05-11 - 2025-05-17
Maternal Sepsis Week: Knowledge Is Power
This week is Maternal Sepsis Week, a time to share helpful, empowering information that can support those who have experienced Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG).
Sepsis is a complication that can arise from infection. For those with HG, the need for IV treatments, hospital care, or nutritional support may slightly increase the risk, which is why awareness and early recognition are so important.
The good news is that with the right care, sepsis is often preventable and treatable. Knowing what to look for, like a fever, unusual tiredness, fast heartbeat, confusion, or ongoing pain, helps ensure that concerns are taken seriously and addressed quickly.
This week is about more than just raising awareness. It is about moving toward better care. It is about listening to mothers, taking symptoms seriously, and making sure no one feels overlooked or alone.
Everyone deserves to feel safe, supported, and informed before, during, and after pregnancy.
Take Action:
Learn the signs. Spread the word. Support a friend. The HER Foundation’s website provides access to trusted resources, patient stories, and ways to advocate for better maternal care. Together, we can protect and empower mothers.
Learn more
Signs of sepsis

International Nurses Day
2025-05-12
Honoring Nurses and Midwives: Caring for Those Who Care for Us
To all the nurses and midwives out there, your love and care make all the difference for HG patients. Your dedication, compassion, and strength help families through some of their most challenging moments.
In recognition of International Nurses Day 2025, we join the International Council of Nurses in celebrating this year’s theme: “Our Nurses. Our Future. Caring for nurses strengthens economies.” This message reminds us that when we support and invest in nurses, we are strengthening not only individuals but entire health systems and communities.
Do you know a nurse or midwife who deserves recognition for the incredible support they offer to those with Hyperemesis Gravidarum? Help us honor them by recommending them for our professional referral network.
Thank you for caring for patients, for families, and for the future.

Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) Awareness Day
2025-05-15
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.
HG is not just severe morning sickness. It is a serious, life-altering complication of pregnancy that can lead to malnutrition, dehydration, weight loss, and trauma. For far too long, HG has been misunderstood, minimized, or dismissed entirely. But that is changing—because of you.
In 2025, the HER Foundation’s theme is Progress. Every story shared, every patient supported, and every healthcare provider educated brings us one step closer to a world where HG is recognized, treated earlier, and approached with compassion and urgency.
We are making progress, but we cannot stop now.
Learn more about how we are driving change this May and how you can be part of it:
Visit our HGAM 2025 Media Center.
Your voice matters. Your advocacy matters. Together, we are shining a light on HG—not just for awareness, but for action.
Join us this HG Awareness Day as we honor those who have suffered, support those still in the fight, and push for a future where HG no longer steals the joy from pregnancy.

HG Online Zoom Support Group - May 2025
2025-05-15 10:00 - 11:00

World Preeclampsia Day
2025-05-22
Today is 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.
Why? Because HG isn’t “just nausea.” It’s a systemic, high-stress condition that can lead to malnutrition, dehydration, and inflammation which are all risk factors that strain the body long before blood pressure ever spikes.
This day is a reminder that we need more than awareness. We need progress.
Progress means better screening and early care for those with HG. Progress means connecting the dots between maternal conditions instead of treating them in isolation. Progress means fighting for healthier outcomes for moms and babies.
Visit The Preeclampsia Foundation for more.

HG Trauma Support Group - June 2025
2025-06-02 11:00 - 12:00

HG Online Zoom Support Group - June 2025
2025-06-19 10:00 - 11:00

HG Trauma Support Group - July 2025
2025-07-07 11:00 - 12:00
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.
🌟 A chance to share your experiences with others who truly understand the depth of HG-related challenges.
🌟 Practical tools and resources to help you manage trauma and its ongoing effects.
How to Join:
To register for this new live support group, and view all our upcoming events, you’ll need to join our community on Circle. Sign up once, and you’ll be able to see and register for all future events we host! Plus, you’ll have the chance to join our other support groups and even sign up to be a HER Volunteer!
Join Here!
Cost: A small fee of $10 is required to join this session, which helps us cover the costs of platform technology fees, resources, and maintaining the quality of support services. Your contribution also helps sustain and grow our community initiatives.
**Disclaimer: Although this support group is led by health professionals, it is not psychotherapy and should not be considered a substitute for individual or group therapy. If a participant’s needs fall outside the scope of this group, they may be asked to consult with a group leader for appropriate referrals to professional support.
Refund & Rescheduling Policy:
We do not offer refunds for paid support group sessions. However, you may request a one-time transfer to a future session if made at least 48 hours before your scheduled date. Transfers are subject to availability and cannot be changed again.
Thank you for your understanding!

Scholarship Opportunity:
If you’re facing significant financial hardship and unable to attend due to cost, please fill out our Scholarship Application. Our goal is to make support accessible to those in need.

HG Online Zoom Support Group - July 2025
2025-07-17 10:00 - 11:00

HG Trauma Support Group - August 2025
2025-08-04 11:00 - 12:00

HG Online Zoom Support Group - August 2025
2025-08-21 10:00 - 11:00
