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I'm in early pregnancy and just threw up for the first time. when i throw up, does it hurt the baby or the pregnancy? is there anything i should do?

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Dr. Darrin Cunningham answered

No harm: Keep sipping fluids in small amounts. The main risk from vomiting is getting dehydrated. So, if you can keep sipping, then you and your baby should be fine.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/24/2013

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A member asked:

I'm in early pregnancy and just threw up for the first time. when i throw up, does it hurt the baby or the pregnancy? is there anything i should do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Darrin Cunningham answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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