Aarti Rana

Oh dear, I know exactly how nerve-wracking this waiting period is, I used to test literally every single day from 6 DPO! Honestly, it's best to wait till the first day of your missed period to avoid getting a false negative and stressing yourself out. Just try to breathe, distract yourself with something else, and test with the first morning urine when the time comes. Wishing you all the best, stay strong!

Whatever you decide, your health is the most important thing. Pills are typically used up to 9 weeks, but please let a registered doctor guide you safely through this. Take care of yourself.

I just used our regular iodized salt throughout my pregnancy, and it was perfectly fine. Iodine is really important for your baby's growth, so standard salt is usually recommended. Just try not to overdo the salt in your food to avoid swelling in your feet.

Step one: hide the TV remote from your husband, haha! But seriously, reducing pickles, processed food, and taking afternoon naps helps a lot. Just make sure your doctor is in the loop!

As a working mom, I didn't have time for fancy gym sessions, so I just did 20 minutes of brisk walking during my lunch breaks. It kept me active, reduced leg swelling, and kept my mind fresh for work. Even small, regular movements help a lot.