What good quality HG care looks like with Dr Andrew Householder

In this episode of the 'Pregnant and Sick' podcast, Dr. Rosie Gilderthorp, Clinical Psychologist and HG survivor dives deep into hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) with Dr. Andrew Householder from the Morning Sickness Clinic. Dr. Householder discusses the comprehensive care his clinic provides, the importance of early intervention, and debunks misconceptions about HG treatment. He also addresses the significant psychological impacts of the condition, the limitations in current research, and the necessity of a multifaceted treatment approach including anti-emetics, steroids, and nutritional support. This episode is invaluable for understanding how to advocate for better HG care and the need for systematic change in treatment protocols. Subscribe to Dr. Rosie Gilderthorp’s free Substack for more insights and practical, evidence-backed, exercises to support your mental health and make each day feel a little more bearable when you are pregnant and sick.Thanks for reading Know Your Mind with Dr Rosie Gilderthorp! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.Highlights00:00 Introduction to Dr. Rosie Gilderthal00:58 Special Episode Introduction04:05 Interview with Dr. Andrew Householder Begins04:14 Defining Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)05:14 Symptoms and Misconceptions of HG07:02 Mental Health and HG09:39 Treatment Options for HG17:21 Risks of Untreated HG20:05 Effective Medication and Nutrition Strategies34:08 Alternative Medication Administration Methods40:45 Overview of Dr. Householder's Clinic47:21 Closing Remarks and ResourcesConnect with Dr Householder and other useful linksThe Morning Sickness Clinic: https://www.morningsicknessclinic.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hg_morningsicknessclinic/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/morningsicknessclinic This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drrosie.substack.com