S6 Ep 8 - hyperemesis gravidarum with Megan from Birth-Ed

In this episode I chat to Megan Rossiter from Birth-Ed about her experience of hyperemesis gravidarum. Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a condition at the extreme end of the pregnancy sickness spectrum, and affects approximately 2% of people. Different from pregnancy sickness, HG can be incredibly debilitating for sufferers, and can affect the health of both the pregnant person and the baby. so it is important that you seek medical attention if you are unable to keep any food or fluids down as you can become dehydrated. Megan talks about the difficulties with getting support from her GP and the hospital when she first suffered with HG in her first pregnancy, and how it was better managed in her second. We discuss tips for advocacy, symptoms, and the impact this debilitating condition can have on sufferers. If you're suffering from HG, you can find support from the charity https://www.pregnancysicknesssupport.org.uk/ You can find Megan on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/birth_ed/ where she shares her story of experiencing HG. The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.