Hasini Mangal

According to medical calculations, 35 weeks is the last week of your 8th month. My doctor explained that at 36 weeks you officially enter the 9th month. This is when the baby starts dropping lower into the pelvis.

I had a massive bout of coughing right in my first trimester. My baby was absolutely fine, just try to stay hydrated and take steam.

Corn is totally fine and actually super cheap to buy from local vendors. I used to buy a couple of bhuttas, boil them at home, and have them as a healthy snack. Honestly, save up every rupee you can because those late ultrasound tests and hospital booking charges are huge, so eating healthy home-cooked stuff like corn is a great budget saver.

Mere ghar pe toh mom and saasuma both told me to eat soaked akhrot every single morning. They said it gives strength and is very good for the baby. Honestly, it's a great healthy snack to keep in your room.

My mother always advised waiting patiently for at least a week after the missed date before testing. Home kits are not that sensitive early on, so trust the doctor's timing for accurate results.