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 This comparison on the effects of HG bears repeating and is taken directly from the HER website.  The link to the HER website is as follows:

http://www.helpher.org/index.php

*Take special note of the post-partum recovery time.

If anyone out there needs support and information on HG, this is the place.

Area Impacted: Morning Sickness: Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Employment May lose an average of 0-3 weeks of employment and/or use sick time. Job performance is reduced. Often are unable to work for weeks or months and may lose their job or be forced to resign.  Daily Activities Can perform most household responsibilities at some point during the day or week when symptoms are less intense. May be unable to perform even simple household chores or care for themselves (shower, drive, etc.) when symptoms are severe. Energy Level Fatigue is mild to moderate and decreases workload. Recumbent rest is needed to alleviate symptoms. Fatigue may be severe for weeks or months. Bed rest is often a necessity. Prolonged fatigue is very common. Relationships & Socialization Relationships may be stressed but social functioning is only temporarily curtailed. Relationships are often greatly strained and may dissolve. Isolation is common and may lead to depression. Abuse and neglect of the mother may occur. Finances Financial loss due to medical care, loss of work, and use of sick time is significant but usually within a few thousand dollars. Financial loss due to medical care, loss of income, and additional paid services (child care, house cleaning, errands, etc.) can be devastating. Stress Level Psychological stress is mild to moderate and may result in manageable depression during pregnancy. Psychological stress is typically moderate to severe and often results in anxiety and depression. Increased risk of postpartum depression (PPD). Recovery Postpartum recovery is typical and usually takes a few months. Postpartum recovery is prolonged, averaging 6 months 2 years.