Amisha Shanmugam

Don't waste money buying those early detection tests because they often give confusing faint lines. Just wait till you are 3-4 days past your missed period, a regular 50 rupee test strip will give you a clear answer.

Please be cautious during the early weeks, especially if you have had past miscarriages or are experiencing any cramping or light spotting. My doctor strictly advised us to avoid intercourse in the first trimester. Definitely consult your gynac first.

Make sure you get your thyroid levels checked along with your routine blood tests. My TSH went high in the first trimester, and getting the right medication on time was super crucial for my baby.

My doctors at Cloudnine were super strict about this. They told me to never take medicines with anything other than normal water, so please ask your gynac or the hospital staff once before doing this.

I literally woke up looking like a puffy panda in my third trimester! Just splashing ice-cold water on my face in the morning helped a bit. Also, stop looking in the mirror too closely, it's temporary!