AM sickness worse this time cuz tandum nursing?

[CariS]

Just found out I'm pregnant with #2 and still nursing 16mth old dd. Not sure how far along I am but think around 6 weeks pregnant. I had AM sickness with dd but it didn't start this early. I was on the coach so much of yesterday. I have no energy and so queezy. I've also had signs that I'm not drinking enough fluids so am trying to drink more.

Is it possible this is due to the fact that I'm also nursing? I'm way out of shape and 10 pounds more than I wish I were. But I was 10 more than I am now when got pregnant with dd.... But I'd consider myself out of shape. I don't exercise often enough (walk an hour 2 a week which I obviously want to increase). Just not sure.

Any ideas would be great! Thanks!

[lexbeach]

I've actually heard that nursing during pregnancy can reduce the morning sickness. . . though I'm sure it could also make it worse it certain people. My morning sickness was much worse with this pregnancy (I say "was," but it's still not all gone and I'm almost 17 weeks now), and I don't really have any explanation for it except that it's a different pregnancy and a different baby (and maybe a girl this time?).

Congratulations on your pregnancy, and I hope you feel better soon!

Lex

[firefaery]

More than likely it's that your nutritional stores are down. IT happens naturally woth pregnancy and breastfeeding and if you don't consciously build them back up you *can* run into problems. Morning sickness is generally a result of B vitamin and iron deficiency and can be taken care of very quickly. Lots of ladies like the supplement Floradix + Iron. It tastes good and is very bioavailable-meaning it works quickly. Another thing to look at (if you have any other risk factors) is poor liver function which can contribute to morning sickness. Good luck and congratulations!

[CariS]

Thanks so much for the info! I'll get all my levels checked on my first apt I'm sure. Until then I'm doing my best to get all the good foods I need in! Thanks!