Kasturi Majumdar

My baby is a toddler now and when I look back, those pregnancy mood swings feel so small. Don't worry if u feel overwhelmed or cry for no reason, this phase will pass.

Please be very careful with back pain in early pregnancy. Since I had a history of complications, my doctor told me that severe lower back pain shouldn't be ignored. If the pain is sharp or accompanied by any cramps, contact your gynac immediately.

With twins, my constipation was next level, but my doctor strictly said no to enemas! They can trigger early labor, so don't take the risk. Just stick to the fiber they recommend.

The main logic is avoiding food poisoning and bacteria like listeria. So skip raw sprouts, undercooked meats, raw eggs (like in homemade mayo), and unpasteurized cheese. Also, limit high-mercury fish and keep your caffeine intake low. Keep it simple and eat freshly prepared, fully cooked meals.

When I was at my parents' place, my mother used to make prawns curry but made sure they were cooked very well. Freshness is key, so avoid eating them at cheap local joints.