Indira Singhania

I know hearing about gestational diabetes is so scary, I cried when I had to take the glucose test! But please don't worry, it is a very simple routine blood test that almost every pregnant woman goes through. Just stay calm and get it done as advised.

For many of us, the wait is filled with so much hope and anxiety. You might notice subtle signs like fatigue, mild cramping, or sensitivity to smells. Please take gentle care of yourself and do a blood test or urine test when it's time.

Listen to me, beta, your body is growing a whole human life. Don't look at social media models and worry about weight. Eat fresh ghar ka khana, sleep well, and protect your peace of mind.

Oh god, I remember driving myself crazy checking every tiny cramp or body change after ovulation! Honestly, there is no instant way to know till your period date comes. Just take a deep breath and wait for a few days, anxiety makes it worse na.

From my experience, twin weight puts a lot of pressure on your veins, so swelling started around 24 weeks for me. Sitting with my feet up on a pillow helped a lot. It goes away soon after delivery, don't worry.