Girija Behera

It's perfectly fine to enjoy your food with some sauce occasionally. I ate normal home food with a little ketchup during my pregnancy and had a smooth normal delivery. Just don't overdo it if you get heartburn.

During my prenatal classes at the hospital, the physiotherapist showed us the side-lying method. You turn to your side, use your forearm for leverage, and then sit. It's highly recommended to protect your pelvic floor.

I completely get why you are questioning even small things like popcorn, especially with an IVF pregnancy where anxiety is so high. But don't worry, plain popcorn is actually a safe and light snack. Just avoid too much butter and salt so it doesn't cause bloating.

Between long office hours and 7 months pregnancy, sleep was a luxury! My advice is to invest in a good C-shaped pregnancy pillow immediately to save time tossing and turning. Also, stop drinking water 2 hours before bed to avoid constant bathroom trips.

I felt like my lower back was splitting in half during my second trimester. Doing very gentle stretches on the floor and using a hot water bag really helped me get through it.