Alka Taneja

Do not wait for any complication to heal itself. Pregnancy is unpredictable, so let the professionals handle it and follow their advice to the T.

Let's be practical, you cannot plan or choose the baby's gender. It is scientifically impossible and even illegal to try sex selection. Just focus on a healthy pregnancy and career planning for when the baby arrives.

Modern science and all my pregnancy tracker apps say that a solar eclipse has absolutely no effect on your pregnancy. But if your elders are stressing, just stay indoors and relax. It's a good excuse to put your feet up and read a book or watch a movie!

Actually, drumsticks are rich in vitamins, but everything should be eaten in moderation. My gynac told me that cooked drumstick is safe, but avoid eating too much raw or semi-cooked stuff. Just ask your doctor once at your next visit to be completely stress-free.

Arre haan, cough syrups are generally a big no during pregnancy, na. Better to avoid OTC ones. Warm water and ginger tea are okay, but medicine toh doctor se pooch ke hi lena.