Avantika Trivedi

It actually can be! I noticed more discharge right around the time I was suddenly craving spicy street food. But honestly, a home kit test is the only real way to know for sure.

The last growth scan usually happens around 36-38 weeks to check the baby's position. I planned my budget ahead because these late-stage scans and blood tests can cost a bit more. It's good to ask your hospital about the packages early so you can plan practically.

FSH is just the hormone that helps you get pregnant. Once you conceive, it drops and other hormones like HCG rise—which, unfortunately, is also what caused my terrible morning sickness! If you are feeling nauseous, sip some ginger tea and rest.

According to my gynac, breast tissue starts developing as early as week 4 or 5 because of progesterone and estrogen levels rising to prepare for lactation. My doc also mentioned that some women might not see a huge size change until the second or even third trimester, which is also completely normal.

Mujhe toh twins ke sath lagta tha pet me wrestling match chal raha hai! Ek soye toh dusra kicks marta tha. Fetal movement basically baby ke active hone ka sign hai, pet ke andar unka khelna-koodna.