morning sickness

American  

noun

1. nausea occurring in the early part of the day, especially as a characteristic symptom in the first months of pregnancy.

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morning sickness British  

noun

1. nausea occurring shortly after rising: an early symptom of pregnancy

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Etymology

Origin of morning sickness

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

Lady Beckham brings him up in conversation, when discussing the morning sickness she faced while pregnant with him and performing with the Spice Girls.

From BBC

Grippo wrote up another pregnant employee because she came in 15 minutes late as a result of morning sickness, and questioned another pregnant employee why she had so many doctor’s appointments, the lawsuit said.

From Los Angeles Times

She also said she was struggling with morning sickness at the time of the incidents and did not believe she had been deliberately dishonest.

From BBC

Sickness in pregnancy, often called morning sickness, is very common, with eight out of 10 pregnant women experiencing symptoms.

From BBC

With the increased legalization of recreational cannabis, as many as 1 in 5 pregnant women in the U.S. are now using the drug to help with morning sickness, lower back pain or anxiety.

From Science Daily