Asha Sahni

Yes, they are common, but please do not take them lightly. I had a UTI that escalated into severe kidney pain and complications because I delayed treating it. If you have even a little burning, get a urine culture done and show your doctor immediately.

Looking back at our trying phase, stress was the biggest culprit for my dryness. Once I stopped tracking every single thing and relaxed, things became much easier.

Red stretch marks are essentially micro-tears in the skin's dermis layer, and they naturally fade to silver/white post-pregnancy. While keeping the skin moisturized helps with itching, there is no magic cream that completely removes them. You can consult a dermatologist post-delivery if they bother you.

Cabbage is actually fantastic because it has a very low glycemic index and high fiber. If you are prone to high sugar or preparing early, adding cooked cabbage to your diet helps keep blood sugar stable.

Same here, I am currently in my second trimester and sometimes feel mild pulling pain on the sides when I stand up. My doctor said it's just ligament stretching. Are you having severe pain, or is it just mild discomfort?