Darshini Gokhale

Same here, I used to overthink a lot. Trying simple deep breathing exercises for 10 minutes every morning really helped calm my nerves.

I totally understand how hard it is to look in the mirror and see your face looking so different. It can make you feel so conscious! But please remember, your body is doing a miracle right now, so be kind to yourself.

I'm preparing myself for this too! I read that keeping crackers on your bedside table and eating one before even sitting up in the morning helps a lot. Let me know if that actually works for you!

Yes, you can eat it. I have a history of PCOS so I was very careful with my diet, and my nutritionist recommended ridge gourd because it is low in calories and doesn't spike blood sugar.

Progesterone hormone slows down your digestion, which causes all that gas and bloating. It's totally normal! I had a normal delivery and had severe bloating throughout, but drinking warm water daily really helped me.