Anjali Biswas

Having gone through a loss before, I know how every little phrase on a medical form can make your heart sink and make you fear the worst. This question is just a statistical tool used by doctors to assess general risks based on ethnicity. Please take care of yourself, breathe easy, and gently ask your doctor if you feel uneasy about any forms.

I panicked so much when my nausea didn't stop even in the fourth month, thought something was wrong. But my gynac said it's totally normal and some women have it longer. It finally eased up around week 18, so dont stress at all.

The third month is when key tests like the NT scan happen, so start planning your budget for these medical expenses now. I compared package rates of a few local clinics to save some money. Also, start putting aside a little cash every month for delivery costs.

I asked my lactation consultant at the hospital about this during our follow-up. She told me that your breasts naturally hold fat and milk glands right now, so we shouldn't rush into weight loss. Let your body heal first and talk to your doctor before starting any heavy workouts.

It commonly happens during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Instead of waiting and wasting time worrying, just call your gynecologist's clinic and ask if you need a quick scan.