Womb and Word

Surviving Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Morning Sickness or Something More? Ft. Wisléne Riley | Womb & Word with Kim Marie

February 24, 2026·24 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

In this powerful second episode of Womb & Word, host Kim Marie sits down with guest Wisléne Riley to unpack the life-altering reality of Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)—a condition far more serious than “just morning sickness.”While nausea in pregnancy is common, HG is not. It can mean relentless vomiting, rapid weight loss, dehydration, hospitalizations, and deep emotional distress. Yet so many women are dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told to simply “push through.”In this episode, we discuss:The difference between typical morning sickness and Hyperemesis Gravidarum The physical and mental health toll of HGAdvocacy tips if you’re not being taken seriouslyThe importance of early intervention and informed careHow faith, support, and education change outcomesThis conversation is for women who feel unheard, partners who want to understand, and families navigating high-risk pregnancy challenges.You deserve care. You deserve to be believed. You deserve support.Whether you're pregnant, postpartum, trying to conceive, or supporting someone who is—this episode will equip you with knowledge and confidence.✨ Need a doula? Visit: www.velahaven.com🔗 Connect with Womb & Word: https://linktr.ee/wombandwordpodcastSubscribe, share, and join us as we restore faith, reclaim advocacy, and redefine maternal health.

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