Ankita Sahu

Don't be scared, dear. Dilation is just your body's natural way of opening the cervix so the baby can come out. It happens slowly and safely.

I know isse kitna awkward aur uneasy feel hota hai, especially jab waise hi exhaustion ho. But please don't stress over this. Delivery water retention aur tissue swelling ki wajah se hota hai, doctor ko routine checkup me bol dena.

Listen dear, don't stress yourself by constantly looking for symptoms. Usually, the body starts showing signs like fatigue or light cramping around 5 to 6 weeks of pregnancy. Just take good care of your health, eat well-cooked meals, and take a home test a few days after your missed period.

I panicked during my first trimester thinking dates are too 'hot' for the body, but my doctor reassured me they are totally safe. Just eat 2-3 daily, it's a great natural source of vitamins.

When I was at my parents' place, my mother insisted I wear full sleeves and use Odomos whenever sitting in the balcony. It kept me safe from bites.