Dr. Fejzo and MacGibbon’s historical timeline that sets the stage for testing novel treatments for Nausea and Vomiting during Pregnancy (NVP) and Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG). 1988 – Brown University While…
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A new study published in Nature reveals abnormally high levels of the hormone GDF15, and increased sensitivity to it, are the major factors contributing to HG. The most severe form…
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From our exciting new research finding GDF15 is the cause of HG, new HG clinics offering specialty care, and our many clinical resources, we believe the future for those with HG will be different. So, our theme for HG Awareness Month is HOPE.
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I have two children and suffered hyperemesis throughout both pregnancies. Pregnancy for me was traumatic, lonely, and a very depressing time. I started vomiting around 5 weeks, vomiting up to…
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Honoring World Doula Day on March 22! Every pregnancy journey is unique, with its own set of joys, challenges, and triumphs. However, for some expectant mothers, the experience can be…
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Our team recently had the opportunity to attend the CREOG/APGO conference. We aimed to raise awareness and share valuable insights about Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) with obstetricians (OBs), residents, program directors,…
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TIME named Dr. Marlena Fejzo to its annual TIME Women of the Year list, recognizing extraordinary leaders fighting for a more equal world. Read more about Dr. Fejzo’s journey: “HER…
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Pregnancy is supposed to be an exciting nine months, culminating with the arrival of your precious baby. When I first saw those two lines on the pregnancy test, I was…
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The HER Foundation proudly introduces its Community Engagement Platform, a revolutionary space designed exclusively for the Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) Community. This platform aims to bring together individuals facing the challenges…
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Dr. Marlena Fejzo and a member of our ambassador council, Aijia Grammer, were interviewed by Maria Shriver on the Today Show about hyperemesis gravidarum. HG Survivors unite for awareness, change,…
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National Geographic mentioned the HER Foundation and its board members, Kimber MacGibbon, RN, Dr. Marlena Fejzo, and Dr. Aimee Brecht-Doscher, in their article, “We finally know the cause of severe…
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