Research on HG's short- and long-term effects is desperately needed and needed now. We need to do more to find a cure for this disease that has such devastating effects on a growing number of soon-to-be mothers.

Congressman Xavier Becerra (CA)

HG forces women to make difficult decisions... the H.E.R. web site is the most comprehensive location to educate oneself to make the best decisions.

Marlena S. Fejzo, PhD USA

HG is a devastating illness and yet so little research has been undertaken into causes and therapies.

Dr. Matthes Seeling, MD

HG is a tremendously debilitating disease that can have life-long consequences. This Web site will provide much needed support to mothers suffering from this disease.

TM Goodwin, MD USA

HG has a devastating personal and family impact and effective management is most important.

Ron Taylor, MD UK

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Common Causes of Depression, Guilt, Anxiety and/or Frustration

The following list includes common causes of depression, guilt, anxiety and/or frustration. Knowing these can help you and your family/friends cope during this time.

Lack of understanding & support from others
Inability to take vitamins, or eat healthy
Taking medications perceived as risky
Missing out on the "fun" of being pregnant
Loss of a "normal" pregnancy
Lost work days or quitting work
Putting life "on hold" for many months
Longing to eat and drink normally
Money expended on care and support
Lack of energy and severe fatigue
Irritability and lack of enjoyment in life
Memory loss or inability to think clearly
Burden of care and time on others
Lack of socialization (i.e. isolation)
Inability to prepare for birth/arrival of baby
Inability to care for family and home
Wanting to terminate the pregnancy to end the misery
Other's perception that HG is only in your mind
Loss of hope that nausea will cease before birth
Fear of painful treatments or being force fed
Reluctance of doctors to treat due to cost or liability
Weight loss or inadequate gain for gestational age of baby
Fluctuating emotions due to hormones and illness
Sense of inadequacy and failure at being unable to cope or function
Fear of harming baby or more difficult birth
Fear of morbidity or death
Difficulty bonding with baby
Lack of energy and socialization for kids
Lack of excitement about baby's arrival
Dreading the prolonged recovery time

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Updated on: Mar. 24, 2010

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