Falguni Sheth

I panicked so much when my doctor wrote down a list of blood tests, including thyroid. But I later found out it's completely routine for everyone! If there is any slight imbalance, a simple safe tablet fixes it easily, so please don't worry.

If you have any history of allergies or breathing issues, it's best to avoid strong synthetic scents. Always ask your doctor if you're unsure.

I used to panic and cry over the smallest things during my first trimester, thinking I was ruining my baby. But my gynac reassured me that babies are very resilient. My little one is perfectly fine, so please don't overthink it!

Actually, testing earlier than 14 days can give inaccurate results due to residual hormones from the treatment. Your doctor's advice is the absolute best here, so wait for the scheduled blood test date they gave you.

Since I had a miscarriage earlier, I was extremely cautious about food. I completely avoided crab and other shellfish because of the risk of infections. Better safe than sorry.