Jasmin Kapadia

Honestly, there is no way to know in India because gender determination is illegal, and those old myths about belly shape are just fun but baseless. Now that my little boy is a toddler, I can tell you that boy or girl doesn't matter at all, the joy they bring is exactly the same!

Congrats, you are in your 9th month now. Take plenty of rest and try to keep your mind calm. Very soon you will hold your little baby.

I know how hard it is to manage cravings when you have bad morning sickness, but please stay away from raw papaya. It has enzymes that can cause uterine contractions. If you are having trouble keeping other fruits down, try apples or pomegranate which are much safer and easier on the stomach.

I have thyroid issues and in my experience, it never messed with my pregnancy test results. The home test was positive right on time. But everyone's body is different, so it's best to consult your doctor for your specific case.

Previous IUGR means you have to be extra careful about placental blood flow. Please consult your doctor before 12 weeks itself, they might start low-dose aspirin or other blood thinners to ensure baby gets full nutrition. Also, keep track of your protein intake and do regular Doppler scans.