No pregnancy symptoms or no morning sickness? What it can mean

Many people worry when they don’t feel sick, tired or sore. Here’s what Tommy’s says about morning sickness, and when it’s worth getting checked.

Is it normal to have no symptoms?

Tommy’s says pregnancy symptoms vary hugely for each person and each pregnancy. Tommy’s quotes a midwife who says women who haven’t had nausea or vomiting should not worry.

Does no morning sickness mean a higher chance of miscarriage?

No. Tommy’s says the lack of morning sickness doesn’t mean you have a higher risk of miscarrying. It describes one study that linked nausea, with or without vomiting, to a lower chance of pregnancy loss, but calls it a single study that shows a link which can’t be fully explained, and notes that other factors may have affected the results. That doesn’t mean that people without sickness are at greater risk.

When to get checked

Call your midwife, GP or maternity unit if you have bleeding, pain, a high temperature, or a general feeling that something is wrong. From around 16 to 24 weeks, you should start to feel your baby move. See your baby’s first movements. If your baby is moving less than usual, you cannot feel them moving, or there is a change to their usual pattern, call your midwife or maternity unit immediately. Do not wait until the next day.

For bleeding, see spotting in early pregnancy. If you’re worried at any point, ask your midwife or early pregnancy unit what checks are available in your area.

If symptoms stop suddenly

Sickness and breast tenderness often ease naturally. Tommy’s says these symptoms may also lessen or go away after the first trimester. If you’re worried, or you just feel something is wrong, contact your GP, midwife or early pregnancy unit, and don’t worry about wasting anyone’s time. Call NHS 111 if you’re unsure what to do. Don’t wait if you also have bleeding or pain.

Questions people ask

Does having no morning sickness mean I’m not pregnant?

No. Plenty of people have no sickness. See when morning sickness stops if you do have it.

My symptoms eased at 10 weeks. Should I worry?

Symptoms can ease without anything being wrong. If you’re worried, contact your midwife or GP. If you also have bleeding or pain, get urgent advice.