Chithra Arumugam

BP is very sensitive during these months, so please don't take it lightly. Standard is 120/80 but you must check with your gynac. They will tell you exactly what's safe for you and baby.

I think yoga is very good to do when you are planning a family. It gently relaxes your body and mind, which is so important during this time. I also used to do simple breathing exercises and felt very calm.

When I was staying at my mom's place, she would cook everything fresh and make sure any meat was very well-done and easy to digest. If you want to eat it, let your family prepare it hygienically at home for you.

Beta, take a clean dry cup, collect the first urine of the morning, and put two drops on the kit. If two red lines come, it is good news. Eat a spoonful of curd and sugar for shagun, but don't lift anything heavy from today.

I recently delivered and used to ask other moms here about baby gear and pregnancy pillows. But for any pain or baby movement questions, I directly called my hospital desk.