Just got my positive report and im so happy but also nervous na. Everyone at ghar is giving different different advice and im confused. would love a simple list from real moms here.
Listen to me, don't overwhelm yourself with too many rules! Just eat healthy, sleep well, and don't lift heavy buckets of water. If you feel any pain or discomfort, just call your doctor right away instead of worrying.
There is a lot of random advice online, but please check with your own gynecologist for a customized list of do's and don'ts. What is safe for one person might not be safe for you, so let your doctor guide you.
Having PCOS made me super cautious during my pregnancy. My advice is to avoid extreme diets and too much stress. Do walk gently if your doctor approves, and never skip your routine doctor appointments. Every small step counts.
Personally, I just focused on staying hydrated and eating simple home-cooked food. I completely avoided outside Chinese food and raw salads during those nine months. It worked well for me, but everyone's body is different.
My doctor clearly told me the top do's and don'ts. Do eat small, frequent meals and take your prenatal vitamins regularly. Don't eat raw eggs, unpasteurized cheese, or papaya, and strictly avoid self-medicating for headaches or cold.
My family told me not to travel or climb stairs at all, but my doctor said light activity is perfectly fine. Trust your gynac over general myths, but do make sure you sleep on your left side and don't skip your medicines.
In our house, my mother was very strict about some things. She made sure I didn't skip my afternoon rest and drank warm milk daily. But she also told me not to sit cross-legged for too long or bend suddenly.
