Imagine a first trimester with fewer waves of nausea and more control over your day. Beyond Nausea was created by a physician—and a mom—who has been there herself. This toolkit provides clear, evidence-based strategies to help calm pregnancy nausea while supporting early nutrition. No “it’s normal” and no “just get through it.” Instead, you get practical steps that actually help.
Hi, I’m April McClellan, MD, founder of Whole Mama MD. I’ve been a practicing physician for over 10 years, but my perspective shifted when I experienced severe nausea during pregnancy. I realized how limited the guidance is. Many women are told “it's normal. It will go away,” despite how disruptive and exhausting nausea can be in early pregnancy.
I created this nausea resource to give women practical, evidence-based strategies that go beyond vague advice and actually fit real life during the first trimester.
Credentials:
Board Certified Emergency Physician
Second certification in Lifestyle Medicine in Progress
Pre & Postnatal Fitness Specialist
Certified Personal Trainer
Certified Nutrition Coach