Arpitha Das

According to my pregnancy nutrition tracker, large doses of unwashed poppy seeds can carry traces of codeine. It is highly recommended to pause using them as a sleep aid or heavy ingredient until your delivery.

They are incredibly similar because of progesterone. Don't drive yourself crazy comparing symptoms; just keep yourself hydrated and wait for a missed period to test.

I spent hours researching this when I conceived. If you buy an individual health policy now, most insurers consider pregnancy a pre-existing condition and have a waiting period of 2 to 4 years, meaning this pregnancy won't be covered. However, some corporate group insurances provided by employers have a 'maternity from day 1' clause, so definitely read your corporate policy booklet first.

After going through the emotional rollercoaster of IVF, seeing "intrauterine" on our first scan was a huge sigh of relief. It confirms the embryo has implanted safely inside your womb where it can grow. Since it's still so early, please try to stay calm and positive while you wait for the next scan.

Yes, thyroid hormone is vital for the baby's brain development. Please consult your endocrinologist or gynac for the correct prescription.