Just found out im pregnant, around 6 weeks. Honestly i have no idea what all i should be having daily and what to avoid, feeling a bit lost yaar. What did you girls eat and drink in the starting days?
Oh dear, I totally understand how overwhelming these initial weeks can be with all the food aversions and worries. Focus on eating whatever your heart desires in small portions, even if it is just basic curd rice. Sending you so much love and a big warm hug during this beautiful phase!
Try to stick to simple, home-cooked food like dal chawal, khichdi, and fresh coconut water. Coconut water really helped me with morning sickness in those early weeks. But if you have severe vomiting or can't keep any liquids down, please visit your doctor immediately.
In my first few weeks, I was literally terrified of eating the wrong thing and kept analyzing every single bite. Don't worry, just eat normal ghar ka khana and stay hydrated with lemonade and water. Your body is highly resilient, so take a deep breath, it's going to be absolutely fine!
Make sure you include plenty of green leafy veggies, whole grains, and simple milk or buttermilk in your diet. Also, please get your thyroid levels checked early on, as they often fluctuate in the first trimester. Your doctor will adjust your diet and meds based on those regular blood reports.
Based on my experience, eating small, frequent meals is the absolute best way to handle early pregnancy nausea. I used to keep some dry crackers by my bedside to eat before getting up, and drank lots of warm water. Eating well now also helps lay a strong foundation for your health later on.
