it's okay to not eat for 24-48 hours, right?

Question

I've been hit with a stomach bug and haven't had any appetite all day. Been in bed for literally 24 hours and have had some water/ tea and now Gatorade.  I'm 12 weeks along. Should I try to eat something? I'd really rather not I feel so bad.

Answer

It's okay,  as long as you stay hydrated.  If you can stomach it, try crackers or plain white rice. If not, just keep pushing fluids

Answer

Try the BRAT diet! Bananas, applesauce, rice, and toast. Taking small bites or nibbles on these while slowly sipping clear liquid (water, ginger ale, sprite) can help soothe your stomach as well as giving you some sort of nutrition. But if you can't keep anything down, don't worry too much. Just keep as hydrated as you can. If you start feeling lethargic and stop peeing as much it would be good for you to go to a doctor as you may be dehydrated and they would need to have you an IV and an anti-emetic (stops you from throwing up). Hope ou feel better!

Answer

My doctor told me if I can't eat, to try and drink more nutritional things, like v8 juice or soup, plenty of water and some milk

Answer

Your baby will take what it needs from you at that stage, but you should try to stomach something even if it's just broth, to help you heal!

it's okay to not eat for 24-48 hours, right?

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