Hiral Tiwari

I had thyroid issues which made my periods very unpredictable. My doctor told me to test about 40 days after my last period. Regular follow-up with your gynac is very important anyway to keep your hormones in check.

Light walking for 30 minutes daily really helped me with overall blood circulation and reduced facial puffiness. But only start physical activity if your doctor has allowed it. Keep hydrated too!

I had to be very careful with my diet and vitamins due to gestational diabetes. It is super important to get your routine blood tests done by your doctor to check for any deficiencies early on.

They calculate using the first day of your last period, which adds about two 'phantom' weeks to your pregnancy. Your first ultrasound, usually the dating scan around 8-10 weeks, will confirm the exact gestational age. Let your doctor guide you on the final due date.

It took us about 10 months to conceive. During that time, focusing on daily brisk walks and fertility yoga really helped me stay positive and regulated my cycle. Just make sure to get a green light from your doctor before starting any intense workouts.