YouTube as a source of (mis)information for morning sickness self-help – A content analysis and literature review of recommendations for nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

Women who seek NVP relief on YouTube are exposed to a wide variety of recommendations to reduce their symptoms. However, only few of these are evidence-based, and some may even be dangerous. Overall, there is a lack of research on effective non-pharmacological interventions for NVP relief. This highlights the need for improved guidance and dissemination of evidence-based interventions for NVP online.

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Midwifery
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2026-02-01
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.midw.2026.104729
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Pregnancy and Medication Impact
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Abstract

Women who seek NVP relief on YouTube are exposed to a wide variety of recommendations to reduce their symptoms. However, only few of these are evidence-based, and some may even be dangerous. Overall, there is a lack of research on effective non-pharmacological interventions for NVP relief. This highlights the need for improved guidance and dissemination of evidence-based interventions for NVP online.

MidwiferyVol. 156
Research Foundation - Flanders (BE), KU Leuven (BE)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 72%
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