Ankita Parikh

I had a terrible cough in my second trimester and I felt so worried about taking anything. My doctor told me that an occasional cough drop like Vicks is fine, but not to overdo it. Gargling with warm salt water really gave me the best relief.

Mild spotting is quite common, but if it is heavy or you have cramps, don't sit and search online! Directly head to your doc.

Beta, use a soft cotton bra and avoid tight clothes. You can also do a gentle warm water compress to soothe the soreness, but don't massage it heavily.

Usually, doctors prescribe calcium tablets from the second trimester. Just follow whatever your gynac recommends.

I had terrible morning sickness and couldn't keep anything down. Sucking on mint candies or drinking mint-infused water was one of the few things that actually gave me relief.