Study time: 30 minutes

Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy (NVP) is very common, occurring in up to 80% of pregnancies. Caring for women with the condition requires a multidisciplinary approach.

This i-learn module is aimed at midwives, students midwives and maternity support workers who care for women experiencing NVP.

For most pregnant women, mild or moderate NVP impact on everyday functions in life such as the daily commute to work or the ability to care for their family. In rare cases it can be life threatening to both the fetus and the woman.

Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy (NVP) are very common, occurring in up to 80% of pregnancies. Caring for women with the condition requires a multidisciplinary approach. NVP is often described as a 'minor' disorder but it is uncomfortable for women and in some cases can negatively impact on the woman’s experience of what would otherwise be a normal pregnancy. With a good understanding of why it occurs and how women are affected physically and emotionally, caregivers can show more compassion while providing evidence based care.