Gomti Rajagopalan

Follow your clinic's instructions strictly. Don't waste money buying multiple local kits early, just wait till the day your clinic schedules your blood test.

Hey, don't stress too much about car travel! Just make sure the driver goes slowly over speed breakers, and keep some lemon candy with you for nausea. It's totally safe as long as you're comfortable.

You really shouldn't stop them without a green signal from your gynac. At my hospital, the nutritionist and doctor both emphasized that iron needs actually peak in the third trimester. I'd highly recommend calling your hospital's clinic line to ask before pausing.

I used to cry every morning thinking something was wrong with me because I couldn't even drink water! But then I found out it's completely normal and actually peaks around 9-10 weeks before getting better. Just eat whatever bland food you can tolerate, even if it's just boiled potatoes, it will pass!

Haan na, literally everyone gives this advice to keep legs straight or elevate hips. My doctor told me it's not strictly necessary, but lying down for 10-15 minutes doesn't hurt. Just relax and don't take too much pressure.