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Awareness and support for Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) and Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy (NVP).
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Hyperemesis Gravidarum is an extreme form of Nausea and Vomiting in pregnacy. The Pregnancy Sickness Support Charity is the only Charity in the UK actively working to help women with the condition. The Charity aims to help those experiencing Nausea & Vomiting in Pregnancy (NVP) by:-

- The provision of a free helpline to give information and support.

- To provide high-quality peer support to those suffering.

- The production of information to explain the condition and its treatments through various platforms.

- Providing resources and information to inform and educate doctors and healthcare professionals about the condition via a range of platforms.

- Raising awareness of Pregnancy Sickness and Hyperemesis Gravidarum amongst the general public through articles and information

- Encouraging further research into the condition, its impacts and treatments

- Engaging in, providing and promoting the patient voice within research into the condition

- Continue to be a leader in the international HG scientific medical research community

- Providing a model and support for sister charities developing nationally and internationally meeting their specific cultural needs.

- To engage in quality improvement by auditing core demographic information to ultimately improve accessibility.

11/01/2026

💊 Medication reduction - Sunday Support 🫶

When you're finally starting to feel better after weeks (or months) of vomiting, it might be tempting to stop your medication all at once — but with HG, that can backfire.

Here’s why it’s important to taper (reduce gradually) your medication instead of stopping abruptly:

🔸Stopping suddenly can trigger a relapse - if you stop treatment too fast, your symptoms can return suddenly and severely, sometimes worse than before.

🔸You may not be fully recovered - feeling a little better doesn't always mean you're stable. HG symptoms can fluctuate week to week and by tapering slowly, you give your body a chance to see how it copes without the full dose — or give you an early warning if it can’t.

🔸Tapering allows you to find the minimum effective dose - gradually reducing medication helps you figure out what you still need, what you can stop and when you may be ready to stop altogether. It also gives your body time to adjust.

🔸There’s no rush to stop your medication and you may want to consider the following when reaching that decision: Are you feeling consistently better? Are you able to eat and drink, and keep down meals/fluids and snacks? Are you facing any upcoming challenging or stressful situations, such as a return to work?

Please do reach out to our support team if you would like to chat things through on freephone helpline 0800 055 4361, or via our website, and always consult your prescriber or Doctor before making any decisions. https://ow.ly/UT4q50XNCGh

08/01/2026

The UK Government is asking for lived experiences feedback on a consultation regarding Bereavement Leave, which is set to include Pregnancy Loss before 24 weeks.

Termination For Medical Reasons (TFMR) should be included within the eligibility for Bereavement Leave, however, we need voices to ask for clarity that Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) will be considered part of TFMR. Our collective support and experiences can hopefully bolster this inclusion.

For many HG sufferers, Termination isn’t a choice; it is the last resort.

Please consider lending your voice to ensure HG is respected for the devastating impacts it can have on sufferers.

You can complete all or some of the survey, but the related question to TFMR is Part 1, Question 5 (you can note your comments regarding inclusion of HG within your response.)

No-one should have to take sick leave after experiencing the heartbreak of a Termination of a much wanted pregnancy.

The consultation closes on 15th January: https://ow.ly/X4Sh50XuxJO

06/01/2026

T/W: TFMR

"I had HG 3 times in the 1970's and 1980's, in a time when no one took the condition seriously or understood how to manage it.

I had 2 terminations due to the severity of the sickness. Although I don’t remember the dates exactly, I remember the month and year. I still cry about it."

After living with the effects and trauma of her HG experiences for more than 45 years, one woman has recently found the courage to share her story, in the hope that it may bring comfort to those who suffered at a time when the condition was poorly recognised and support was scarce.

Thank you for sharing your story, and reaching out to us.

Whether your experience was 40 years or 4 months ago, or you are currently suffering, we offer a HG specific counselling service, with counsellors who have an in-depth understanding of the condition and how it can impact your mental health and wellbeing, career, and relationships.

Call our freephone helpline on 0800 055 4361 or get in touch via our website for more information. https://ow.ly/FOQj50XQiWp

❤️ Please remember our page is a safe space for those affected by Hyperemesis Gravidarum, including people who have had to make the heart-breaking decision to end a wanted pregnancy for their health or survival. All comments should be respectful and free of judgement. Any harmful or stigmatising comments will be removed.

04/01/2026

💊 Metoclopramide, and the '5-Day rule' - Sunday Support 🫶

Contrary to popular belief, there are a number of effective anti-emetic (anti-sickness) medications that can be taken in the first trimester and throughout pregnancy.

If you have been prescribed Metoclopramide, you may have come across the '5-Day Rule' of limiting the use of the medication to just 5 days due to possible extrapyramidal side effects including muscle spasms restlessness and facial twitching.

As highlighted here, side effects are most likely to occur within the first 48 hours of taking it, and so the RCOG Green Top Guidelines recommend it can be taken for longer than 5 days "for those women who gain symptomatic relief from it [sickness]" and experience no side effects.

If you do notice any side effects, it is important to stop taking the medication and seek medical advice.

You can reach out to our team for more advice on our freephone helpline 0800 055 4361 or via our website https://ow.ly/5f9650XNzY7

❕Information correct at time of posting. Always seek medical advice from a healthcare professional.

02/01/2026

🎉 New Year, New Challenge!

If you’re looking for a New Year’s resolution that will truly make a difference, why not take on an unforgettable challenge while raising funds for PSS?

Places now available for our 2026 and 2027 fundraising events. From personal achievements to life-changing impact, these challenges are an amazing way to push yourself while supporting the vital work we do.

🏃 Vitality London 10k 2026
🏃 Bath Half 2027
🏃 Brighton Marathon 2027

Register your interest today https://ow.ly/73PR50XNF7c

31/12/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, we want to thank everyone who has supported us—through fundraising, donations, signing petitions, or sharing our posts. We also reflect on the sufferers we’ve been able to help and the incredible volunteers who make our work possible.

Wishing you strength and brighter days ahead in 2026.

28/12/2025

🪥Dental Hygiene and HG - Sunday Support 🫶

When you’re living with HG, even brushing your teeth can feel impossible. A heightened gag reflex, overwhelming sense of smell, and intolerance to toothpaste are so common — you’re not alone.

Here are some HG-friendly tips to help protect your teeth during this tough time:

🔸Brush when you can - Aim for twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste — bedtime and ideally morning. But if mornings are rough, any time that works for you is okay.
🔸Try an SLS-free toothpaste (less foam, often milder or tasteless).
🔸Don’t brush right after vomiting - Stomach acid softens enamel. Instead, rinse with water or a fluoride mouthwash and brush later when things settle.
🔸Use what feels manageable - A soft brush, a finger brush, or even a children’s toothbrush with a smaller head can make a big difference.
🔸Choose “self-cleansing” snacks - Crisp fruits and raw vegetables can help to gently remove plaque if they fall into the category of safe foods for you.
🔸Mouthwash can help when brushing feels impossible - A fluoride mouthwash is ideal because it strengthens enamel. Alcohol-based mouthwashes can be acidic— excessive vomiting already produces an acidic environment inside your mouth so anything that you can do to avoid extra acid is going to be beneficial.

Please know that you are not alone. You can call our freephone helpline 0800 055 4361 or get in touch via our website for more support https://ow.ly/yfHE50XKqIn

25/12/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at Pregnancy Sickness Support! ✨🎄

Whether your day is spent alone in a sickbed, or fighting off the nausea at a family gathering, we're sending you lots of love and hope that tomorrow feels gentler.

Be kind to yourself, lean on those around you, and know that brighter days are ahead.

With warmest wishes from all of the team at PSS ❤️

22/12/2025

After reaching out to our Support Freephone Helpline, one service user said "I am so thankful to have someone that felt like they really understood where I was coming from and how much I was suffering. I ended up getting quite teary on the phone because it meant so much. I'm so grateful a service like yours exists."

Messages like this continue to drive us forward with the work we do with passion, empathy, and purpose.

You're not alone on your pregnancy sickness journey. You can call our freephone helpline on 0800 055 4361 or get in touch via our website for more support https://ow.ly/juN350XKipE

21/12/2025

🎄☎️Seasonal Support Opening Hours 🎄☎️

Our team will be having a well deserved rest over the Festive period after helping over 2000 sufferers this year.

Our amended opening hours over Christmas and New Year will be;

🔸23rd Dec 9am - 5pm
🔸24th - 28th Dec CLOSED
🔸29th - 31st Dec 9am - 5pm
🔸1st Jan CLOSED
🔸2nd Jan 9am - 5pm

You can speak to us during our opening hours on our freephone helpline on 0800 055 4361.

Please remember that we also have a huge amount of information and support available on our website, including coping strategies, treatments and how to avoid common triggers https://ow.ly/htoj50XKb26

If you need urgent/emergency physical or mental health support please call 999. For mental health support you can also call the Samaritans on 116 123.

19/12/2025

HG and Employers

We have put together an "8 Key Facts*" resource, produced in partnership with Peas in a Pod Consulting Ltd which is intended to support employers in handling the important considerations for pregnant women and people experiencing HG (Hyperemesis Gravidarum) confidently and fairly.

Whether it's understanding adjustments, absences or risk assessments, we hope you find this a useful resource. Now available to download https://pregnancysicknesssupport.org.uk/hg-factsheets/

*Please note - this is a summary of key facts and is not a substitute for professional HR or legal advice.*

16/12/2025

As we look ahead to the Christmas period we encourage sufferers to plan ahead to minimise the stresses over the coming week. Many NHS services are running under reduced hours or will be closed over the festive period, alongside the potential impact of strike action.

Here are 3 things sufferers can do now to lessen the impact over Christmas:

🔸Order and collect your repeat prescriptions early so you can be sure to have a supply over the holiday.
🔸Don't delay in seeking treatment. If you're on the fence about seeking medical help, it is better to do so sooner rather than later.
🔸Reach out to our support team for information and make a festive support plan with loved ones.

Our support line will be closed 24th - 28th December, and 1st January. NHS 111 will be available 24/7 across the holiday if needed. You can access their services online or via phone.

Address

25 Barnes Wallis Road
Fareham
PO155TT

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

02476382020

Website

http://www.pregnancysicknesssupport.org.uk/

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