Apparently there’s a reason we crave pickles when pregnant. The vinegar in the pickling process balances out the acidity in the stomach that causes morning sickness. But according to my dear aunt Gretchen, vinegar mixed with water works even better.
So, if you’re struggling with morning sickness, keep a cup nearby with a mixture of vinegar and water – the stronger the vinegar:water ratio, the better. I’ve found that balsamic vinegar is easier to stomach than other vinegars (kind of like tasting a good salad dressing), and it really does work.
When I’m done sipping my vinegar I use one of those Listerine to-go strips that you stick on the roof of your mouth. It gets rid of the vinegar taste and vinegar breath and leaves me ready to move on with my day, un-nauseated.
That’s what works for me. Head over to Rocks in My Dryer for more Works for Me Wednesday tips from other bloggers.
Oh, and did I mention? I’m pregnant! Baby #3 is on the way, to be joining us in April.
Lauren said,
August 8, 2007 @ 7:53 am
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! ~ L
Christa said,
August 8, 2007 @ 1:20 pm
I really thought I’d tried everything! But not this. And this week, I’m sorta starting to need it, though no one besides my husband knows.
Catherine said,
August 8, 2007 @ 1:40 pm
Congratulations! I’ll definitely have to try this next time I’m lucky enough to get pregnant. The sickness was terrible with my second baby.
everychapter said,
August 9, 2007 @ 12:43 pm
Congradulations! Thanks for the tip- I’ll be trying it right now. I’m nine weeks into our
second baby and quite sick. Please drop by and visit if you want some preggi company.
I’ve yet to post about the new baby, (mainly because we still have a few people to tell
in person and I’ve been too sick to care about blogging), but hopefully I’ll catch up soon.
Jenny said,
August 10, 2007 @ 12:40 pm
Congratulations!