Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) presents different challenges in everyday life, but during holidays, it can be especially difficult to cope with your symptoms. Planning ahead according to your specific needs and self-advocating will help you to cope with sickness during holidays and family events.
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The HER Foundation is the global voice of HG, and we are proud to celebrate the 11th annual HG Awareness Day on May 15th. Throughout the month of May, the international *hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) community is educating about #HGimpact! Together, we are changing the future for the next generation.
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The HER Foundation has been making HG history since 2000. In honor of Women’s History Month, we introduce the four women who have been with HER since the beginning.
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We invite our community to take Provider Packets of resources to a hospital, clinic, or practice with your personal story and passion will make a difference.
Read MoreJoin the HER Foundation as we raise awareness about HG’s Impact during HG Awareness Month, May 2022.
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Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) does not look the same for every patient. Learn about the severity levels.
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Dr. Marlena Fejzo, geneticist and HER’s Research Advisor and member of the Board of Directors, was featured in the Inverse article, “When morning sickness kills: doctors have dismissed hyperemesis gravidarum for decades, but new research could undo this harmful legacy.”
Read MoreAs a service to moms with a current or prior diagnosis of HG, the HER Foundation hosts free, online support groups via Zoom on the third Thursday of the month…
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Individual response to Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) medication varies due to many factors including genetics and hydration. If a patient is vomiting constantly, oral dosing of medications will likely be ineffective and alternates such as sublingual, transdermal (patch/cream), subcutaneous (subQ), intravenous (IV), or other routes should be considered along with hydration.
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