Asmita Nanavati

During my C-section recovery, the doctors gave me various IV medications to keep my vitals stable. I believe calcium gluconate is used in special cases like severe calcium drops or blood pressure management during delivery. The hospital staff are the best people to explain this, so feel free to ask your doctor clearly about your treatment.

Please monitor your swelling very closely. While mild water retention is common, sudden swelling in your face or hands can be a sign of high blood pressure or preeclampsia. I had complications due to this, so please consult your doctor immediately if it's severe.

Internet is okay for entertainment, but please don't follow random diet charts online. For my GD, my doctor gave me a personalized diet plan which was much safer than google tips.

They are perfectly safe and very healthy, but key is to soak them fully before eating. Dry chia seeds can expand in your esophagus and cause issues. Keep your hydration high whenever you consume high-fiber foods like this.

A high WBC count on reports can happen because of the body's natural changes. My mother-in-law always said to get regular blood tests done as advised by the family doctor to stay safe.