Alka Thiagarajan

I panicked and rushed for a scan at 5 weeks, and they couldn't see the heartbeat. I cried so much, but then at 7 weeks, it was perfectly normal! Trust me, wait until 7-8 weeks so you don't panic unnecessarily.

Leg pain is very common due to the increased weight and pressure on your pelvic nerves. While light stretching and keeping your legs elevated help, it is always best to mention it to your gynac during your check-up to rule out any deficiencies.

I was so terrified that we might hurt the baby! But gynac explained that baby is fully protected inside the amniotic sac, just be gentle and avoid deep penetration.

They calculate it from the start of your last period, dear. It can feel a bit confusing at first, but it is normal. Take care of your food and rest well.

Normal gain is around 11-12 kgs. Just focus on home-cooked healthy food instead of buying expensive high-calorie supplements, it saves money and keeps weight gain normal.