Namaste, my husband and I are planning to start a family soon. We want to ensure we have a healthy pregnancy from the beginning. What are some important steps or things we should consider to plan for it?
Currently in my 3rd trimester and carrying what feels like a giant watermelon, so my advice is: build your physical stamina now! Do your basic blood tests and eat well, you'll need the energy later.
My MIL made me start eating dry fruits and daily homemade cow ghee before we even conceived to build strength. Along with these traditional tips, definitely consult a doctor for basic thyroid and iron tests.
When we started planning, I felt a mix of excitement and fear about everything. I felt that starting folic acid early and eating fresh homemade meals really prepared my body for the beautiful journey.
Start by taking your prenatals and sleeping as much as you can now, because once the babies come, sleep becomes a myth! Jokes apart, a basic pre-conception checkup is the best starting point.
