Pregnancy

Morning Sickness Care in Seoul, Korea

Morning sickness is nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy, affecting about 80% of pregnant women. It is a normal physiological change, not a disease, and usually fades by around 16 weeks. Avoid trigger smells and foods and sip fluids little and often. If you cannot keep fluids down, see a doctor promptly.

The Clinic

Dami Women's Clinic

Dr. Ko Sang-hyun, OB/GYN
5F Ilex Tower, 375 Yeouidaebang-ro
Yeouido, Seoul · Saetgang Stn, Line 9

 

Hours

Mon, Wed, Thu — 9:30 to 19:00
Tue, Fri — 9:30 to 20:00
Sat — 9:30 to 15:00

Closed for lunch 13:00–14:00, the 2nd Saturday, Sundays and holidays.

 

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What it is

Morning sickness covers nausea, light vomiting, loss of appetite and changes in food preference during early pregnancy. Its exact cause is unclear.

What helps

  • Avoid the smells and foods that set it off
  • Sip water, electrolyte drinks, juice or tea in small amounts, often
  • Eat small, frequent snacks rather than large meals
  • Check for allergies before trying other people's remedies; what works for one woman can be unsafe for another

When it becomes a problem

If even small sips cause vomiting, you can become dehydrated, which makes nausea worse. Come in or seek hospital care for fluids and assessment. Signs include very little urine, dizziness and weight loss.

Related

Morning sickness often starts around 5–6 weeks, peaks around 9 weeks and eases by 12–16 weeks; see pregnancy week by week.

Reviewed by Dami Women's Clinic (다미산부인과의원), led by Dr. Ko Sang-hyun, OB/GYN. General information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency in Korea, call 119. Medical disclaimer