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Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted at the University Hospital of Siena between September 2023 and September 2024. Seventy-nine pregnant women aged 28\u201334 years were enrolled and followed throughout pregnancy. Symptom severity was assessed using the PUQE questionnaire during scheduled outpatient visits. Patients with NVP received pharmacological treatment with doxylamine succinate\/pyridoxine hydrochloride. Results: Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy was reported by 59% of patients, with all cases categorized as mild or moderate; no severe HG cases were observed. Symptoms resolved by the third trimester. A significant association was observed between NVP and a positive family history of the condition (OR: 3.66, 95% CI: 1.20\u201311.21; p = 0.025). Logistic regression analysis also revealed that NVP was associated with an increased risk of gestational hypertension (15% vs. 0%, p = 0.04), and a decreased likelihood of gestational diabetes (OR: 0.24, 95% CI: 0.07\u20130.86) and cesarean section (OR: 0.34, 95% CI: 0.13\u20130.87). No significant differences were found in neonatal outcomes, including birth weight, Apgar scores, or fetal complications. Conclusions: While NVP may influence maternal outcomes, the condition does not significantly affect neonatal health. Early pharmacological treatment improves maternal well-being and may reduce hospitalization rates. 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