Charulata Dhawan

Actually, my doctor told me that pregnancy hormones cause ligaments to relax, and fluid build-up can compress the nerves in your wrist. She suggested wearing a simple wrist splint at night and keeping the hand elevated. But do ask your doctor to rule out any blood pressure issues.

Contraceptive issues can be very stressful. Since home kits can sometimes give false negatives if urine is dilute, and with expired implant risk is there, please consult your doctor for a proper scan or blood check. Cautious rehna hi safe hai.

Common early signs include missed periods, nausea, frequent urination, and breast tenderness due to progesterone surge. Keep an eye out, but always confirm with a beta HCG blood test or scan for accuracy.

Yes, medically speaking, administrative work is quite manageable. My doctor told me that sitting for long hours is what we need to avoid, so standing up or taking a short walk every hour is recommended.

My MIL made me start taking folic acid tablets three months before we started trying, and she was so right! Along with that, keeping a simple, active lifestyle with light daily walks helps a lot. Ask your doctor for a basic pre-conception checkup first.