Gunjan Solanki

It is completely normal if you haven't felt strong kicks yet, so please don't worry. At 5 months, baby is still very small and the movements are like light butterflies. I used to get so anxious comparing myself to others, but my doctor reassured me it's totally fine.

Drinking warm water with fennel (saunf) or ajwain helped me naturally with digestion and weight. However, please avoid any heavy dieting or workouts without consulting your doctor first.

Listen, metoclopramide is a prescription medicine, so don't even think of taking it on your own. If your vomiting is severe, call your gynac and let them decide the dosage. Self-medication in pregnancy is a big no.

Beta, usually we count 9 calendar months plus 7 days from your last period's starting date. In our times, we just tracked the lunar months, but nowadays doctors are very precise with weeks. Just follow your gynac's calculations for all the tests.

With my PCOS, I had to watch my insulin levels, and outside Chinese has a lot of hidden sugar and refined flour (maida). Try making healthy stir-fried veggies and noodles at home instead to satisfy your cravings safely.