Try a different toothpaste or perhaps try and watch a show or something in your phone to distract yourself.

I really struggled with this too. A friend recommended that I brush my teeth whilst in the shower and it helped heaps.

Use a soft tooth brush

It may be the toothpaste itself making you gag – brushing is the important bit so try without any toothpaste. You can then use mouth wash.
Don’t brush your teeth after being sick if you are, just rinse with water or mouth wash

Is it the toothpaste that’s putting you off? Have you considered just using the brush with no toothpaste? Maybe gargle with Listerine after

Have you tried mouthwash and flossing?
Then maybe try brushing again a little later in the pregnancy when things settle down a bit

I was the same I gagged with both of my pregnancies whilst brushing which made my routine not the best and now my teeth are not in the best shape. I just used to make brushing my teeth in the shower so whilst gagging if I vomited it was not going to make a big mess

I have never heard of this problem before. Maybe try a different toothpaste? Or a mouthwash?

hope you solved your problem

Hope you managed to get over the gagging response.

Sometimes they say if you are thinking about gagging too much then you tend to do it, try thinking about something else whilst you brush.

How did you go with your brushing?

Try brushing without tooth paste a dentist told me its more about the brushing. The a mouth wash even it you water it down.

I hope you’re handling it better now, you must be almost due, if bub hasn’t already arrived

This can be hard, I had the same problem, especially during my second pregnancy. I found it was worse when I stood in front of the mirror and watched myself brush. I would put a small bit of toothpaste on then walk around while I brushed them, distraction seemed to help, as well as spitting frequently and quickly. I found if I had too much toothpaste in my mouth, or lent over the sink for too long I’d gag.

Was this only since u became pregnant?

Pregnancy can lead to dental problems in some women, including gum disease and increased risk of tooth decay. During pregnancy, your increased hormones can worsen your body’s response to plaque (the layer of germs on your teeth).

Pregnancy does not automatically damage your teeth. The old wives’ tale that warns a woman to expect a lost tooth for every baby is false. If the mother’s intake of calcium is inadequate during pregnancy, her bones – not her teeth – will provide the calcium her growing baby needs. This calcium loss is quickly made up after breastfeeding is stopped. However, the demands of pregnancy can lead to particular dental problems in some women.

With proper hygiene at home and professional help from your dentist, your teeth should remain healthy throughout pregnancy.

Your dental health can affect your baby

Research has found a link between gum disease in pregnant women and premature birth with low birth weight. Babies who are born prematurely may risk a range of health conditions including cerebral palsy and problems with eyesight and hearing.

Estimates suggest that about 18 out of every 100 premature births may be triggered by periodontal disease, which is a chronic infection of the gums. Appropriate dental treatment for the expectant mother can reduce the risk of premature birth by more than 80 per cent, according to one study.

Pre-pregnancy dental health

You are less likely to have dental problems during pregnancy if you already have good oral hygiene habits. Suggestions include: Brush your teeth at least twice daily with fluoridated toothpaste.
Floss between your teeth.
Visit your dentist regularly.
If you are planning on getting pregnant, see your dentist. It is more convenient to have elective procedures done before you conceive. If you require dental treatment during pregnancy, non-urgent procedures are often performed after the first trimester.

Tell your dentist if you are pregnant

Pregnancy may affect your dental care. For example, the dentist may put off taking x-rays until after the birth of your baby. If dental x-rays are unavoidable, the dentist can take precautions to ensure your baby’s safety. If your dental condition requires general anaesthesia or drugs, talk to your dentist, doctor or obstetrician for advice.

Causes of dental health problems

Common causes of dental health problems during pregnancy can include: Gum problems
Vomiting
Cravings for sugary foods
Retching while brushing teeth.

Gum problems
The hormones associated with pregnancy can make some women susceptible to gum problems including: Gingivitis (gum inflammation) – this is more likely to occur during the second trimester. Symptoms include swelling of the gums and bleeding, particularly during brushing and flossing between teeth.
Undiagnosed or untreated periodontal disease – pregnancy may worsen this chronic gum infection, which is caused by untreated gingivitis and can lead to tooth loss. It can show up as gum swellings, know as pregnancy epulis, which may or may not resolve once your baby is born.
During pregnancy, the gum problems that occur are not due to increased plaque, but a worse response to plaque as a result of increased hormone levels.

Tell your dentist about any gum problems that you might have. Switch to a softer toothbrush and brush your teeth regularly, at least twice every day. Use toothpaste that contains fluoride (if you’re not already) to help strengthen your teeth against decay.

If you had gum problems during pregnancy, it is important to get your gums checked by a dentist after you have given birth. While most types of gum problems caused by pregnancy hormones resolve after birth, a small number of women may have developed a deeper level of gum disease that will need treatment to resolve.

Vomiting can damage teeth
Pregnancy hormones soften the ring of muscle that keeps food inside the stomach. Gastric reflux (regurgitating food or drink) or the vomiting associated with morning sickness can coat your teeth with strong stomach acids. Repeated reflux and vomiting can damage tooth enamel and increase the risk of decay.

Suggestions include: Don’t brush your teeth immediately after vomiting. While the teeth are covered in stomach acids, the vigorous action of the toothbrush may scratch the tooth enamel.
Rinse your mouth thoroughly with plain tap water.
Follow up with a fluoridated mouthwash.
If you don’t have a fluoridated mouthwash, put a dab of fluoridated toothpaste on your finger and smear it over your teeth. Rinse thoroughly with water.
Brush your teeth at least an hour after vomiting.

Retching while brushing teeth
Some pregnant women find that brushing their teeth, particularly the molars, provokes retching. However, you risk tooth decay if you don’t brush regularly. Suggestions include: Use a brush with a small head, such as a brush made for toddlers.
Take your time. Slow down your brushing action.
It may help to close your eyes and concentrate on your breathing.
Try other distractions, such as listening to music.
If the taste of the toothpaste seems to provoke your gag reflex, switch to another brand. Alternatively, brush your teeth with water and follow up with a fluoridated mouthwash. Go back to brushing with fluoridated toothpaste as soon as you can.

Food cravings while pregnant

Some women experience unusual food cravings (and food avoidance) while they are pregnant. A regular desire for sugary snacks may increase your risk of tooth decay. Try to snack on low-sugar foods instead. If nothing but sweetness will satisfy your craving, try to sometimes choose healthier options such as fresh fruits. Rinse your mouth with water or milk, or brush your teeth after having sugary snacks.

Increase your calcium during pregnancy

You need to increase your daily amount of calcium during pregnancy. Sufficient calcium will protect your bone mass and meet the nutritional needs of your developing baby. Good sources of dietary calcium include low-fat versions of products such as: Milk
Cheese
Yoghurt
Calcium-fortified soymilk.

Increase your vitamin D during pregnancy

Vitamin D helps the body to utilise calcium. Good sources include: Cheese
Margarine
Fatty fish, such as salmon
Eggs.

Where to get help
Your dentist
Your doctor
Obstetrician
Australian Dental Association, Victorian Branch Tel. (03) 8825 4600

Things to remember
The demands of pregnancy can lead to particular dental problems in some women.
Estimates suggest that about 18 out of every 100 premature births may be triggered by periodontal disease, which is a chronic infection of the gums.
You are less likely to have dental problems during pregnancy if you already have good oral hygiene habits.

Pregnancy can lead to dental problems in some women, including gum disease and increased risk of tooth decay. Proper hygiene at home and professional help from your dentist will ensure that your teeth remain healthy throughout pregnancy. Premature births may be triggered by periodontal disease, which is a chronic infection of the gums.

That’s hard. Maybe get the kiddies toothpaste might not taste as strong.

Try an oral B rotating head and a diff toothpaste