Arpita Iyengar

Oh god, I had severe head tension and was so worried. It's usually just dehydration or hormonal surges, but please don't take any painkiller without asking your doctor.

My little one is a toddler now, but I still remember how painful constipation was in my third trimester. Honestly, drinking warm water throughout the day and eating a pear or apple daily saved me back then.

My obstetrician at the hospital gave me a chart showing fasting should be under 95 mg/dL and post-meal under 120 mg/dL. If your numbers are higher, please share them with your doctor immediately. They have great dieticians who can help.

Honestly, these salt tests don't have any scientific basis. Since I had thyroid issues, I learned that getting a proper clinic blood test or at least a standard urine test kit from the chemist is the only reliable way.

Leaking is generally very normal after birth as your hormones change. However, if you feel any hard painful lumps, severe redness, or run a high fever, please contact your doctor immediately. It could be a sign of a clogged duct or mastitis, so keep an eye out.