Chithra Gandhi

It's so tough right now, but I promise there is light at the end of the tunnel. Mine completely stopped by week 13, and then I could actually enjoy my pregnancy. Keep some ginger candies near your bed, they are lifesavers.

I bought a budget-friendly digital BP monitor to use at home, which saved me so many clinic visit charges. Try reducing extra salt in pickles and papad, but if it stays high, please don't skip the doctor's tests because treating complications later gets very expensive.

I can only share my personal experience, but my stretch marks appeared around week 28 on my lower belly. I used body butter daily but they still came!

Well, with twins, a normal delivery wasn't in my cards, but I can tell you that being active is key! Don't just lie down all day unless your doctor advised bed rest. Do your daily walks, eat healthy, and keep your pelvic muscles active—it really helps with stamina.

We conceived our miracle baby in October after a very difficult loss. It was an anxious time, so I would suggest just focusing on your health and letting your doctor guide you through the scans.